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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a rectangular piece of fabric with a floral design. The fabric titled "Piece" and created by the artist is predominantly dark gray with lighter gray designs throughout. A large flower-like pattern is centered on the fabric. The flower has a circular center with four rounded triangular shapes extending outwards. Surrounding the center are several rounded scalloped edges. The background of the fabric features a diamond-shaped pattern. Several geometric shapes are scattered across the fabric, including rectangles and L-shapes. The overall design is intricate and detailed, suggesting that the fabric may be a piece of traditional or historical textile art.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
441 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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