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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tan-colored piece with a tan border by artist M.C. Escher. The central area features a repeating pattern of dark brown and tan shapes. The pattern consists of diamond shapes with a floral design inside, alternating with a four-leaf clover-like motif. The diamond shapes have a dark brown outline and are filled with a tan color, while the four-leaf clover-like motifs are tan with a dark brown outline. The background of the piece is a light tan color. The overall design is symmetrical and features a repeating pattern of shapes.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
574 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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