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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

"Piece" by an unknown artist. Rectangular fabric with frayed edges. The fabric features an olive green background with a black and cream-colored floral pattern. The pattern includes stylized flowers, leaves, and stems. The design is intricate with detailed textures. The fabric also features circular motifs with a flower-like pattern in the background. The right edge of the fabric appears to have a ruler or measuring tape. The image has a white border at the bottom with small black text.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Silk / Compound weave
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
488 × 625 px
Museum record:
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