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Ribbon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a long, narrow, horizontal piece of fabric with patterned designs. The fabric features multiple rows of different patterns, including chevron and chain-like motifs. The top and bottom edges appear frayed. A small portion of another similar piece of fabric is visible in the bottom-right corner. The background is plain white. "Ribbon" by unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 276 px
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