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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a textile titled "Piece" by an unknown artist. The rectangular fabric features a dark background with a light-colored border and a repeating pattern of light-colored designs. The designs include long, thin leaves, flowers, and possibly birds or other animals. The pattern is arranged in a random, organic way. The fabric appears to have a woven or embroidered texture. A small white rectangle in the bottom-right corner contains the number "2342". Handwritten text is visible along the bottom edge.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk / Brocaded
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
472 × 625 px
Museum record:
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