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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image titled "Piece" by the artist shows a square piece of fabric with a honeycomb pattern. The fabric comprises 20 hexagonal sections arranged in four rows, each featuring a unique design. The hexagons are outlined in gold and have a brown background with blue and gold patterns. The patterns within the hexagons include geometric shapes, flowers, and other designs. The fabric has a tan border around it, and there is a small red stamp in the bottom-right corner. The overall design is intricate and ornate, suggesting that the fabric may be a piece of art or a decorative item. The dominant colors are shades of brown, blue, and gold. The hexagons are all roughly the same size and are arranged in a repeating pattern. The fabric appears to be made of a thick material, possibly cotton or linen. The image is likely a photograph of the fabric, given its high resolution and clear details.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 410 px
Museum record:
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