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Priest's Robe (Shichijō)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular piece of fabric with a patterned design. The fabric is divided into 12 sections by vertical and horizontal lines. The top and bottom have a border with a floral-like design. The fabric has a predominantly light and dark gray color scheme with no other colors visible. The fabric appears to be made of silk or a similar material and has a smooth texture. It is titled "Priest's Robe (Shichijō)" and is by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1625
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 368 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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