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Stencil with Pattern of Open Flowers on Water

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown and white stencil with a pattern of open flowers on water. The stencil has a rectangular shape with rounded corners and a brown border that is darker on the edges. The center of the stencil is white with a repeating pattern of brown flowers and wavy lines. The flowers have five petals and a white center. The wavy lines are curved and intersecting. A small white sticker with black writing is on the bottom right corner of the stencil. The background behind the stencil is white.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Paper reinforced with silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 406 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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