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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Long, narrow, tan-colored textile with a wavy edge on both sides. The textile features a repeating pattern of rectangular and circular designs. The designs are arranged in a vertical sequence. Rectangular designs have geometric patterns with lines and shapes. Circular designs have symmetrical patterns resembling flowers or stars. The patterns are primarily in shades of brown and black. The background of the image is plain and off-white. The title of the piece is "Piece" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Silk / Compound weave
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
104 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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