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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular piece of fabric with a dark gray background and a repeating pattern of gold-colored floral designs and branches. The fabric has a woven texture and frayed edges. The floral designs feature leaves and flowers in shades of gold, light gray, and white. The branches are depicted in a darker gold color. The overall design is symmetrical and repeating. Piece by artist not specified.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 306 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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