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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image titled "Piece" by an unknown artist shows a black and white photograph of a square piece of fabric. The fabric has a light gray background with a darker gray swirling cloud-like pattern. The clouds are outlined in white and have a textured appearance. The fabric appears to be made of a woven material, possibly silk or cotton, and has a subtle sheen to it. The edges of the fabric are rough and uneven, suggesting that it may be a fragment or a sample. The overall effect is one of delicate, intricate design.

Artwork details

Date:
16th–17th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 575 px
Museum record:
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