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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black fabric with white floral patterns and geometric designs. The fabric is rectangular. The left side has a large flower with many petals and leaves. There are several smaller flowers and leaves around the large flower. The right side has more flowers and leaves, as well as geometric patterns. The background of the fabric is black. The floral patterns and geometric designs are white. The fabric has a tan border around it. The tan border is slightly darker at the edges. There is a small brown spot in the top-left corner. The fabric appears to be old and worn.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
598 × 300 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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