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Stencil

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown and white artwork with a dark brown border. The artwork depicts two birds, one larger than the other, surrounded by ferns and branches. The background of the artwork is white with a cracked texture. The birds have distinctive crests on their heads and long beaks. The smaller bird appears to be flying or falling. A small white label is on the bottom-right corner of the artwork. The artwork 'Stencil' is by an unidentified artist.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Paper, silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
451 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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