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Buddhist Parasol Cover

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Buddhist Parasol Cover by unknown artist. Round, flat object with a thin black border. Made of light-colored fabric, possibly white or light gray. Embellished with a pattern around the edge featuring flowers and curvy lines. The flowers have rounded petals and central details; some have beads. Center of the object shows a gathered area with two thin straps or ties. Background behind the object is light grey.

Artwork Details

Date
late 19th or early 20th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 607 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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