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Priest's Robe (Shichijō)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of a patterned textile titled "Priest's Robe (Shichijō)" by an unknown artist. The textile is rectangular and features a repeating pattern of hexagons and flowers. The hexagons are arranged in rows and columns, with some featuring a white or light-colored design on a darker background, while others are solid-colored. The flowers are scattered throughout the fabric, appearing in white or light-colored hues. The fabric appears to be hanging on a wall, with a small white tag in the top-left corner and some numbers in the bottom-right corner. The overall design is intricate and detailed, with a mix of geometric and organic patterns. The image is a close-up shot of the textile, with no other objects or background visible.

Artwork Details

Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 376 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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