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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of a long, narrow piece of fabric with a repeating pattern. The fabric is rectangular and oriented vertically. The pattern consists of rows of various shapes including squares, circles, and flower-like motifs. The shapes are interconnected and contain intricate designs. The background of the fabric is dark, and the designs are light. The fabric appears to be hanging vertically with a plain white background behind it. The title of the piece is "Piece" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
17th–18th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
206 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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