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Square

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black square cloth with white design. Three butterflies, each with white spots on wings and curled antennae, positioned in center. Butterflies have varying wing patterns. Background has eight symmetrical, wavy vertical lines with floral patterns. Lines are thicker at top and bottom, tapering to points. Floral patterns resemble clouds or rounded leaves. White border surrounds cloth.

Artwork Details

Date
20th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
579 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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