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Sleeve Band

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a long rectangular piece of fabric with patterned design. The fabric divided into 8 sections arranged in 2 columns and 4 rows. Each section contains a central medallion with figure and scenery. Medallions surrounded by curvilinear line patterns. Fabric background has smaller intricate designs. A title and artist are Sleeve Band.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread; on silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
246 × 625 px
Museum record:
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