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Sutra Cover

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The "Sutra Cover" by artist is a vertically oriented image with a gray background. The image features a patterned design consisting of various shapes, including octagons, squares, and rectangles, arranged in a seemingly random yet symmetrical composition. The patterns within these shapes are intricate and ornate. The design includes floral motifs, scrollwork, and geometric patterns. The image is rendered primarily in shades of gray. A thin white border surrounds the image. A line of small text is present at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
17th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
224 × 625 px
Museum record:
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