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Sleeve Band

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Long, narrow piece of light blue fabric with frayed edges. Central design features repeating pattern of rectangular sections. Each rectangle contains a figure in brown clothing. Rectangles are separated by floral designs with leaves and flowers in shades of gold, brown, and green. Figures and designs are embroidered. Fabric appears to be silk or similar material. Background of image is gray. Title: Sleeve Band. Artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread; on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
247 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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