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Sleeve Band

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white illustration of a sleeve band titled "Sleeve Band" by an unknown artist. The image shows a long, vertical, rectangular piece of fabric with a design divided into two panels. The fabric comprises six panels with identical landscape scenes that are mirrored on either side of a central crease. The scenes depict a river, mountains, and trees in a repeating pattern, showcasing a serene natural setting with wavy lines suggesting water.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread; on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
219 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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