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Sutra Cover

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Sutra Cover by unknown artist shows a long rectangular gray fabric with a pattern of dark gray swirling clouds or smoke. The fabric has rounded corners and appears to have some texture, possibly woven or embroidered. The swirling pattern resembles clouds or waves and is outlined in lighter gray lines. The background behind the fabric is black.

Artwork details

Date:
17th century
Medium:
Silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
231 × 625 px
Museum record:
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