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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tan-colored textile with intricate patterns and designs. The design features a repeating motif with four curved shapes resembling leaves or petals, each containing a central cluster of small dots. These shapes are arranged in a symmetrical composition. The background of the textile has a subtle geometric pattern of interlocking lines and shapes. The overall design is rendered in shades of brown and black on a tan background. The textile appears to be rectangular, with a slightly darker border around the edges. Pink characters are printed in the upper-left corner. The artist and title is "Piece".

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
363 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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