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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Narrow rectangular piece of fabric with a dark blue background and gold-colored pattern. The pattern consists of repeating diamond shapes and floral motifs. The diamonds are filled with small white and gold dots arranged in a grid. The floral motifs feature a central circle surrounded by radiating lines and teardrop shapes. The fabric has a rough, uneven edge on the left and right sides. The background of the image is off-white. The artwork is by artist "Piece".

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Silk / Compound weave
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
597 × 172 px
Museum record:
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