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Length

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of folded fabric with repeating pattern of curved lines. The fabric is square with a black background. The pattern on the fabric consists of many curved lines that resemble waves or semicircles. The curved lines are white and have a smooth, rounded shape. The lines are arranged in rows and columns, with each row and column overlapping the one below and beside it. The fabric appears to be folded or pleated, with several creases visible. The creases divide the fabric into sections. The image is bordered in black. The title is "Length" by artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 467 px
Museum record:
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