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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular piece of fabric with horizontal rows of interwoven threads in shades of brown, tan, and black. A small strip of paper attached to right side with vertical black writing. The fabric has a rough texture and frayed edges. The background is off-white. "Piece" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
15th century
Medium:
Silk / Compound weave
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 232 px
Museum record:
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