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Valance

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a rectangular piece of fabric with a light-colored background and darker shading. The fabric "Valance" by unknown artist features a top section with a thick horizontal band across the top; this band contains a design with two dragons on the right and left sides, surrounded by curved lines and floral designs. The main body of the fabric features a square design with a central image of leaves and some animals; there are floral designs on the left and right sides of this square. The entire fabric has a border around the edges featuring a repeating pattern of curved lines and shapes. The fabric appears to be made of a textured material, possibly silk or another type of woven fabric. The overall design is intricate and ornate, with many details and patterns throughout.

Artwork details

Date:
early 19th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 526 px
Museum record:
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