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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark blue fabric with gold embroidery. The gold thread forms intricate patterns and designs across the fabric. The patterns include floral motifs, curved lines and diamond shapes. The gold thread is densely packed, creating a textured appearance. The fabric fills the image. A white border runs along the top and bottom. Faint numbers are handwritten on the white border at the bottom. Title: Piece. Artist: Unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Silk / Compound weave
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
598 × 260 px
Museum record:
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