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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Vertical rectangular piece of fabric with a thin black border. The fabric features a repeating pattern of dark-colored designs on a light background. The designs appear to be symmetrical and curved, with rounded shapes. Two complete designs are fully visible, and parts of two other designs are visible on the top and bottom. The fabric appears to have a woven texture. The title of the piece is "Piece" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
244 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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