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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a rectangular piece of fabric or textile titled "Piece" by an unknown artist. The fabric features a beige background with a repeating pattern of dark brown and black designs. The left side displays a honeycomb pattern and a triangular design pointing downwards. The right side features a floral or wave pattern. The entire design is symmetrical, with curved lines and shapes on either side. The fabric has a thick beige border around it. There is small red text at the bottom left corner. The overall design is intricate and detailed, suggesting it may be a piece of traditional or handmade textile.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
598 × 271 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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