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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Blue and gold rectangular fabric with a repeating pattern. The fabric is bordered by a tan-colored frame. The pattern features hexagonal shapes with a bird-like figure in the center. The hexagons alternate with rectangular shapes. The hexagons and rectangles are outlined in gold and separated by thin gold lines. The background of the hexagons and rectangles is blue. The bird-like figure and other designs are gold and white. The gold areas have a shiny appearance. The fabric appears to be made of silk or another smooth material. The title of the piece is "Piece" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
385 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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