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Sleeve Band

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two long, narrow, rectangular pieces of fabric, aligned vertically. Top portion of fabric is light-colored, with a darker design on each piece. The designs appear to be symmetrical, with two creatures that resemble birds or insects with outstretched wings. The lower portion of each piece features intricate black and white designs, including floral patterns, curved lines, and geometric shapes. The designs on each piece are mirror images of each other. The background is plain and light-colored. "Sleeve Band" by unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread; on silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
150 × 625 px
Museum record:
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