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Textile fragment with repeating pattern of cranes and chrysanthemums

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tan-colored fabric with a repeating pattern. The pattern consists of cranes and chrysanthemums in tan and darker tan. Cranes are depicted in various positions, some standing, some with wings spread. Chrysanthemums are shown in full bloom. The fabric has a border around the edges. The border is tan with a darker line along the inside edge. A small, vertical line of text is on the left side. The fabric fills the image.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
589 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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