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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown rectangular fabric with gold-colored designs. The fabric has a gold border around the edges. The background of the fabric is dark brown with a subtle light brown floral pattern. Scattered across the fabric are two types of gold designs: circular medallions and floral motifs. The circular medallions have a symmetrical pattern of lines and shapes. The floral motifs are stylized and have curved lines. The overall effect is one of intricate, ornate decoration. "Piece" by Anni Albers.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 281 px
Museum record:
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