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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The artwork titled "Piece" by an unknown artist depicts a square composition divided into two distinct sections. The central section features a light blue background with a repeating pattern of gold shapes resembling abstracted floral motifs or possibly letters. The outer section is a solid beige color, forming a border around the central patterned area. In the top-right corner of the beige border, there is a vertical line of small red text that reads "95.4.600". The image presents a clear contrast between the intricate pattern of the central section and the plainness of the border. The overall appearance suggests a focus on texture and color contrast.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
511 × 625 px
Museum record:
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