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Kosode Fragment

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a rectangular piece of fabric. The fabric has a design with a black background. There are white details and patterns throughout the bottom half. A white flower with five petals is visible on the right side. The fabric appears to be damaged and ripped in several places. The artist is unknown, and the title is "Kosode Fragment".

Artwork Details

Date
late 17th–mid 18th century
Medium
Ground of white satin damask (rinzu)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 258 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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