Sleeve Band

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows the "Sleeve Band" by an unknown artist. The image is a black and white photo of a long, narrow piece of fabric. The fabric has a light-colored background with a darker-colored stripe running down the center, flanked by two narrower stripes with a patterned design. The patterned design features intricate floral and possibly figurative motifs. The fabric appears to be made of silk or satin and has a smooth, shiny texture. The fabric is folded or pleated in the middle, creating a crease down the center. The edges of the fabric are straight and smooth. The background of the image is white, suggesting that the fabric is laid flat on a surface.