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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The title of the piece is "Piece" and the artist is unknown. The image shows a square piece of fabric with a pink background and a repeating pattern of various shapes and flowers in shades of brown, gray, and blue. The fabric appears to be old and worn, with some areas showing more fading than others. The shapes in the pattern include flowers, leaves, and geometric designs. The overall effect is one of intricate, detailed design.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Silk / Compound weave
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 600 px
Museum record:
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