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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a rectangular piece of fabric with a tan background and a subtle, intricate pattern. The fabric appears to be made of a woven material, possibly silk or cotton, and has a smooth texture. The pattern on the fabric consists of various shapes, including curved lines, geometric shapes and floral motifs, all in a lighter shade of tan than the background. The fabric is set against a white background, which provides a clean and neutral contrast to the warm tones of the fabric. A small number is handwritten in pencil on the bottom edge of the fabric. The title of the piece is "Piece" and the artist is not specified.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Silk / Compound weave
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 364 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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