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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a light brown rug with a repeating pattern. The rug features a light brown background and a beige border around the edges. The pattern consists of various shapes, including birds, flowers, and leaves, in shades of brown, white, and blue. The design is symmetrical, with identical patterns on either side of the center. Two large birds are prominently displayed on the rug, one on the left and one on the right. The birds have their wings spread out and are surrounded by intricate designs. The overall effect is one of elegance and sophistication, suggesting that the rug is a high-quality piece of art. The title of the piece is "Piece" and the artist is not specified.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
405 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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