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Priest's Robe (Shichijō)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a rectangular piece of fabric titled "Priest's Robe (Shichijō)" by an unknown artist. The fabric is predominantly white with a repeating pattern of dark-colored flowers or medallions, arranged in rows. The pattern consists of small, intricate designs that are densely packed across the fabric. The fabric appears to be slightly wrinkled and has a few creases. The edges of the fabric are rough and uneven. The background of the image is light gray, providing a neutral contrast to the fabric.

Artwork details

Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 372 px
Museum record:
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