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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark gray rectangular piece of fabric with a tan border. The fabric features various tan symbols and images arranged in rows. The images include a shield, a vase, a lantern, a bird, and a heart. There are also several Chinese characters throughout. The fabric appears to be old and worn, with some discoloration and fraying around the edges. It is titled "Piece" and is by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
312 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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