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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tan-colored square textile with a large black flower design in the top-right corner. The flower has four rounded petals and a circular center with radiating lines. The center of the textile is mostly plain, with a few scattered lighter tan spots. A small tear is present on the left side. The background appears to be a gray surface, possibly concrete or stone. The artist and title of the piece is Faith Ringgold.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Silk / Compound weave
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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