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Kosode Fragment

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a Kosode Fragment by Unknown Artist. The image shows a piece of fabric with various geometric shapes cut out. The cut-out shapes are various sizes and have rounded or pointed edges. The fabric appears to be a light gray color with a smooth texture. The background behind the fabric is plain white. The fabric is vertically oriented. The shapes are arranged in two groups separated by empty space. The top group is positioned diagonally across the upper portion. The bottom group fills the lower portion. The shapes have varying patterns, some have dots, some have lines. The shapes are three-dimensional.

Artwork Details

Date
late 17th–early 18th century
Medium
Ground of dye-patterned (somewake) satin damask (rinzu)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
206 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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