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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a rug with repeating floral patterns. The rug is rectangular. The pattern consists of three large floral medallions, each surrounded by four squares. The medallions and squares are arranged in a repeating pattern across the rug. The background of the rug is light-colored. The medallions have a flower-like shape with multiple petals. The squares have a solid border. Small floral motifs and other designs are scattered throughout the rug.

Artwork details

Date:
late 19th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
245 × 625 px
Museum record:
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