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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Narrow vertical textile with blue and dark brown abstract shapes outlined in gold thread on a beige background. The textile is woven with a mix of blue and dark brown threads, forming various abstract shapes, including curved lines and geometric patterns. Gold thread outlines the shapes and adds additional designs throughout. The textile has a rough, woven texture and appears to be a piece of fabric or tapestry. The title of the piece is "Piece" by artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Silk / Compound weave
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
241 × 624 px
Museum record:
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