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Sleeve Band

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a long, narrow piece of fabric with a repeating pattern. The fabric is divided into eight sections, arranged in two columns of four sections. Each section contains an oval or circular shape with a design inside and surrounded by a decorative border. The designs within the shapes appear to be people in various settings. The background of the fabric features intricate patterns and designs. The title of the image is "Sleeve Band" by an unknown artist. The image is in black and white. The fabric has a light-colored background with dark-colored designs. The overall design is symmetrical.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread; on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
246 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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