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Textile Sample from Sample Book

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular piece of fabric with a light gray and white color. The fabric has a textured surface with a subtle, intricate pattern that resembles woven or embroidered designs. A small white rectangular label on the bottom left corner of the fabric bears the number "3479" in black text, printed vertically. The fabric is set against a beige background with small dark speckles, and has a slightly darker beige border around it. The title is "Textile Sample from Sample Book" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
598 × 276 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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