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Sleeve Band

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a long rectangular piece of fabric. The fabric has 3 main sections of design. The top section depicts a symmetrical design with curved lines and plant life on either side of a middle pathway leading to a gazebo. The middle section depicts curving vines with leaves and flowers on either side of a floral design. The bottom section depicts a design with large curving lines ending in flowers. The fabric Sleeve Band is by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread; on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
195 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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