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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image is titled "Piece" by the artist unknown. Rectangular piece of fabric, off-white with gold-colored pattern. The fabric is rectangular with rough edges, and frayed threads visible. The gold-colored pattern consists of repeating shapes, possibly floral or leaf-like. The fabric has darker areas toward the edges, possibly stains. A small white tag with black text is on the left side, reading "96.14.1967". The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 345 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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