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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a square piece of fabric with an intricate design. The fabric appears to be made of a thick material and has a textured weave. The design on the fabric features a combination of curved lines and floral patterns. The pattern is arranged in a symmetrical composition with a central section flanked by identical sections on either side. A border of similar design runs along the edges of the fabric. The color of the fabric is a shade of grayish-brown with a subtle contrast between light and dark areas. The artist and title of the piece is unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
519 × 625 px
Museum record:
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