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Sutra Cover

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular gray and black image with floral patterns and a white label. The label contains black Chinese characters in a vertical column. The label has a thin white border and a small triangle at the top of each side. The label appears to have a white spot on its bottom half. The background has a gray tone with black and light grey floral designs. The floral patterns have swirling lines and shapes. The image is framed by a thin white border. The overall design features a mix of gray, black, and white colors. The image appears to be a cover for "Sutra".

Artwork Details

Date
16th–17th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread
Culture
China
Dimensions
241 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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