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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Vertical rectangular artwork with a beige border around a gray, gold, and white design. The design features a repeating pattern of stylized birds with outstretched wings and tails, surrounded by swirling gold and white lines. The birds are depicted in white and gray hues, with gold accents. The background of the design is a dark gray color.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
135 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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