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Rug

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a square rug. The rug has a light-colored background with a darker design. The design features a central symmetrical pattern resembling a mirror image of curved tendrils and leaves around a central pillar-like shape with a decorative top. This central design is surrounded by eight small flower-like shapes. The rug's border consists of a thick, ornate design with swirling patterns and flowers. The border design in the four corners appears to be a continuation of the border design. The rug's color scheme is monochromatic, with various shades of gray.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Foundation: cotton warp, bast fiber weft; tussah silk knotting
Culture:
Japan or Central Asia
Dimensions:
600 × 586 px
Museum record:
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