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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a sepia-toned artwork titled "Piece" by an unidentified artist. The artwork features a rectangular composition with a tan border and a central area resembling woven fabric or burlap. The central area contains a light brown and tan pattern created by small, closely spaced dots arranged in a cross-hatch or pointillist style. The dots form the shape of a figure or object, but the details are unclear due to the technique used. The background of the central area has a slightly darker tone than the border. In the bottom-left corner of the artwork, there is a small inscription in red text. The artwork is presented on a white background, suggesting it may be a digital scan or photograph of the piece.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
598 × 283 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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