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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The title of the piece is "Piece" and the artist is unknown. The image shows a square piece of fabric with a floral pattern. The fabric is light blue with a subtle sheen and a dense, intricate design. The design features rows of flowers and leaves in shades of brown, gold, and light blue. The flowers have multiple petals and are arranged in a repeating pattern across the fabric. The background of the fabric is a light blue color, and the overall effect is one of intricate, detailed design. The fabric appears to be old and possibly antique, with some discoloration and wear visible around the edges. The image has a white border around it.

Artwork details

Date:
17th century
Medium:
Silk / Compound weave
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
598 × 624 px
Museum record:
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