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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tan-colored fabric with a leaf and geometric pattern. The fabric is rectangular and vertical. The fabric has a light tan background. Darker tan leaves and stems are present. There are also geometric patterns including rows of small dots and diamonds. The fabric has a rough edge on the left and right sides. The bottom of the fabric is cut straight. A small white strip at the bottom has black text. The image appears to be a textile sample. The title is "Piece" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Silk / Compound weave
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
156 × 621 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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