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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark blue fabric with gold dragon and clouds. The dragon is large, gold, and has five claws. It has a flame-like mane and tail. The dragon's body is covered in scales. The dragon is surrounded by gold and white clouds. The fabric has a gold border around the edges. The dragon's head is near the top. The dragon's body curves and twists.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
376 × 625 px
Museum record:
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