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Stencil with Pattern of Water Plants (Omodaka)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown rectangular stencil with a pattern of water plants cut out. The stencil has a thick brown border around the edges. Inside the border, the brown cut-out design features various aquatic plants and flowers. The background of the stencil is white with a grid pattern. The stencil appears to be made of a thick material, possibly metal or thick plastic. The title of the stencil is "Stencil with Pattern of Water Plants (Omodaka)" and the artist is not visually identifiable in the image. The overall design is intricate and detailed, suggesting it was created for a specific artistic or practical purpose.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Paper reinforced with silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 426 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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