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Fragment

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A rectangular piece of fabric with frayed edges, approximately horizontal, on a dark blue background. The fabric is primarily light beige with a woven or mesh texture. A brown section with a smooth surface extends from the left edge, featuring a blue rectangle. The brown section transitions into a wavy line then two pointed shapes resembling leaves or wings pointing right. The fabric's edges are uneven and frayed, with loose threads visible. The image is titled "Fragment" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
8th century
Medium:
Silk and metal on silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 374 px
Museum record:
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