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Panel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Panel by unknown artist depicts a square black textile with white embroidered design. The design features a symmetrical floral pattern with curved vines and leaves extending from the center to the corners. The center has a teardrop-shaped motif with floral patterns on either side. Two rows of flowers and curved vines are above and below the center. The top and bottom have a border with curved lines and scrollwork. The entire design is white on a black background.

Artwork Details

Date
17th–18th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread
Culture
China
Dimensions
518 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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