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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a blue, rectangular piece of fabric with a pattern woven into it. The fabric is light blue with a tan border around it. The pattern on the fabric depicts a landscape scene with trees, buildings, and water. The buildings are brown and have a Chinese-style architecture. There are several trees scattered throughout the scene, some of which have dark green leaves. The water is depicted in shades of blue and white. The overall design is intricate and detailed, with many small elements that make up the scene. The fabric appears to be an example of traditional Chinese art, specifically a type of tapestry or embroidery. The title of the piece is "Piece" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 375 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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