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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a piece of fabric titled "Piece" by an unknown artist. The fabric features two distinct sections. The larger section on the right has a dark green background with a pattern of orange, yellow, and green designs, including what appear to be dragons or other mythical creatures, and stylized clouds. The smaller section on the left has a blue background with a pattern of gold designs that resemble flowers or other organic shapes. Both sections of the fabric appear to be made of a textured material, possibly silk or another type of woven fabric. The edges of the fabric are rough and appear to be frayed or worn. The fabric takes up the entire image. The image is bordered on the left by white space.

Artwork details

Date:
17th century
Medium:
Silk / Compound weave
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
381 × 625 px
Museum record:
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