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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Square white fabric with a brown, lace-like doily pattern in the center. The doily design features intricate swirls and geometric shapes with very small text. The square fabric patch is centered on a larger tan fabric background. Red handwritten text reads "9.6.14.1252" at the bottom edge.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 572 px
Museum record:
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