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Sleeve Band

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of two long, narrow pieces of fabric with a floral design. The fabric is white with a grayish pattern. The floral design runs down the center of each piece, it has a repeating pattern of plants, flowers, and a bridge. The fabric appears to be wrinkled and creased. The image is titled "Sleeve Band" by an unknown artist. The background of the image is white.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread; on silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
267 × 625 px
Museum record:
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