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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a dark-colored rectangular piece of fabric with a white floral pattern. The fabric is oriented vertically. The background of the fabric is dark gray or black. The floral pattern consists of white outlines of various flowers, leaves, and stems. The pattern is repeating and covers the entire surface of the fabric. There are no distinct shapes or symmetries to the pattern. The fabric appears to be made of a thin material, possibly silk or cotton. The background behind the fabric is plain white.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Hemp
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
428 × 625 px
Museum record:
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