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Kosode Fragment

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a rectangular piece of fabric titled "Kosode Fragment" by an unknown artist. The fabric has a dark blue background with a subtle pattern. Two vertical columns of 16 cream-colored shapes with black Japanese characters are positioned on the left and right sides. The shapes resemble tassels or brushes and are surrounded by numerous small cream dots scattered throughout the fabric. The fabric is set against a beige background.

Artwork details

Date:
17th century
Medium:
Ground of dark blue float-patterned plain-wave (saya)
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
492 × 624 px
Museum record:
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