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Panel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white panel with intricate designs, made by artist Unidentified. The panel is rectangular and appears to be made of fabric. It features a design with a light-colored background and darker shading. The design depicts multiple birds with long tails, wings spread, and curved beaks, surrounded by stylized waves and clouds. The bottom of the panel has a border with a repeating pattern of curved lines and shapes. The overall design is intricate and ornate, with many details and textures visible. The image is in black and white, with no other colors present. The panel fills the frame, with a thin white border around it. Handwritten numbers are at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
408 × 625 px
Museum record:
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