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Textile fragment with pattern of human figures

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a textile fragment exhibiting a repeating pattern of human figures against a light gray background. The pattern on the fabric is rendered in dark blue or black. The fabric appears worn and features several dark spots and light patches. A gold-colored border surrounds the fabric; the border appears slightly darker on the right side. A small number printed vertically oriented in orange appears on the top right corner of the border. The human figures depicted on the fabric are shown in various positions and engaged in various actions; they are faceless.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 490 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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