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Priest's Robe (Shichijō)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a long, rectangular piece of fabric titled "Priest's Robe (Shichijō)" by an unknown artist. The fabric has a rough texture and appears to be made of a natural fiber such as silk or cotton. It is primarily gray in color with darker and lighter gray patches throughout. The fabric has a fringe on the top and bottom edges. It is divided into sections by thin, vertical lines that run the length of the fabric. The fabric appears to be old and worn, with visible signs of aging and use. The background behind the fabric is white.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1700
Medium
Silk, metallic thread
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 409 px
Public Domain
Yes
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