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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tan rectangular background with a narrow border. Inside the border, a repeating pattern of blue and green shapes resembling leaves and flowers on a tan background. The shapes are dark blue with green highlights, and they are arranged in rows. The pattern is symmetrical, with each row mirroring the one above and below it. In the bottom-right corner, small brown text. The overall design is intricate and ornate, suggesting a decorative or textile piece. The title of the piece is "Piece" and the artist is unidentified.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 377 px
Museum record:
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