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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular piece of fabric with frayed edges. The fabric features a repeating pattern of floral designs in shades of white, brown, beige, and pink. The flowers have five petals and are arranged in a grid-like formation. The background of the fabric is primarily beige with a subtle texture. The fabric appears to be old and worn, with some areas showing signs of discoloration and fraying. The title of the piece is "Piece" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 487 px
Museum record:
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