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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 mostly dark gray with lighter gray patterns. The fabric is divided into multiple vertical sections by thin lines. There are repeating patterns of various shapes, including geometric designs and floral motifs, throughout the fabric. The patterns appear to be intricate and densely packed. There are several rectangular pieces of tape or paper on the fabric, possibly for mounting or conservation purposes. The fabric appears to be slightly wrinkled and creased. The background behind the fabric is white.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1600
Medium
Silk, metallic thread
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 356 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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