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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a square piece of lace with a floral pattern. The lace is made up of a repeating design of eight identical circular medallions, arranged in two rows of four. Each medallion features a floral pattern with curved lines and shapes. The background of the lace is a grid-like pattern of small holes. The lace has a rough, torn edge around its perimeter and appears to be mounted on a beige background. Title: Piece. Artist: Unspecified.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 449 px
Museum record:
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