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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Piece by - A square piece of fabric with a gray background and a repeating pattern of gold, white, and red designs. The fabric has a frayed edge and appears to be made of a thin material. The designs on the fabric are symmetrical and resemble flowers or other organic shapes. The gold details are intricate and ornate, with small dots and lines that add texture and depth to the design. The white and red colors are used to add contrast and visual interest to the pattern. The fabric is set against a plain white background.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 466 px
Museum record:
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