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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Vertical rectangular piece with a predominantly dark brown background and gold-colored designs. The piece is divided into two sections by a vertical line. The top right section contains a small tan rectangle with black Chinese characters written on it. The main section features a gold-colored abstract design on a dark brown background, resembling a mix of swirling patterns and shapes. The piece has a rough, textured appearance, with visible edges and a beige background around it. The title "Piece" and the artist's name are not visually present in the image but are provided as context.

Artwork Details

Date
10th century
Medium
Silk Compound weave
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
210 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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