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Sleeve Band

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a long, narrow piece of fabric with a design on it. The design on the fabric consists of a symmetrical pattern with a bird at the top center. Below the bird, there are two rows of pineapples and birds. The next section features a large tree with flowers and other decorative elements. The tree is surrounded by various animals including deer and butterflies. The bottom section of the design features a grassy area with flowers and butterflies. The background of the fabric is light-colored. The fabric appears to be titled "Sleeve Band" and attributed to an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread; on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
240 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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