Artwork preview

Sleeve Band

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a long, rectangular piece of fabric. The fabric features a botanical design with a thin black border around the edges. The design contains two birds perched on branches with leaves and fruit. The birds are positioned near the center of the fabric, facing each other. Floral patterns are present throughout the fabric, with some resembling chrysanthemums. The fabric appears to have a creased and worn texture. The artwork is Sleeve Band by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk; on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
249 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original
Palette