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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a piece by artist. The image shows a dense arrangement of floral patterns and shapes. The background of the image is dark, with intricate light-colored designs throughout. The designs are made up of flowers, leaves, and stems. The image is rectangular with a rough edge on the right and left sides. The image is divided into sections by lines. The sections contain repeating patterns of flowers and leaves. The overall effect is one of intricate detail and ornate decoration.

Artwork details

Date:
late 17th–early 18th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
414 × 625 px
Museum record:
View original
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