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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Narrow vertical strip of blue fabric with floral pattern. The fabric has a frayed edge on both sides. The floral pattern includes brown flowers, green leaves, and gold accents. The fabric appears to be a piece of textile, possibly silk or another luxurious material. The background of the image is off-white. The title of the piece is "Piece" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Silk / Compound weave
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
115 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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