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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
Museum record:
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