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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular piece of fabric with a patterned design. The fabric is primarily black with gold, red, and tan designs. There are repeating geometric shapes and floral motifs throughout. The fabric is bordered by a tan background. The design consists of a repeating pattern of various shapes with floral designs and geometric shapes. The shapes are arranged in a way that creates a sense of symmetry and balance. There are some small red numbers in the bottom left corner.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
598 × 243 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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