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Tapestry Picture

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tapestry Picture by artist. Black and white tapestry with a tree and two birds. The tree has a twisted trunk and branches with leaves and is positioned on the right side of the tapestry. The tree's roots are visible at the bottom. A bird is flying to the left near the top and another bird is on a branch. The tapestry has a border around the edges. A small white tag is at the bottom. The tapestry appears to be hanging from a loop at the top.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
182 × 625 px
Museum record:
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