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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a rectangular piece of fabric with a wave and dragon design. The fabric is primarily beige with dark blue waves and brown dragons. The dragons are depicted in various shades of brown, with some areas appearing lighter or darker than others. The dragons have scales, claws, and flames on their heads. The waves are depicted in different shades of blue, with some areas appearing lighter or darker than others. The fabric appears to be made of a woven material, possibly silk or wool, and has a textured surface. The fabric is placed on a gray surface. The title of the piece is "Piece" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk / Compound weave
Culture
China
Dimensions
486 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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