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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image titled "Piece" by artist Lari Pittman shows a large square mosaic artwork featuring a floral design. The background is a beige and gray checkered pattern. A red and beige checkered pattern runs along the top edge. The floral design consists of various flowers in shades of orange, blue, green, brown, and black, with brown stems and green leaves. The flowers are arranged in a scattered manner, with some stems and leaves extending out of the frame. The overall effect is one of intricate detail and colorful beauty.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
557 × 625 px
Museum record:
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