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Cover (Futon)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark gray fabric with white designs. Rectangular shape with slightly wavy top edge. White designs include various plants and insects. There are four large plant designs with many branches. There are six flower designs with multiple petals and leaves on stems. There are four insect designs with large wings. The background is white around the fabric. A small black text in the bottom right corner.

Artwork Details

Date
early 19th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
544 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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