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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The title is "Piece" by artist Anni Albers. Rectangular purple fabric with gold sequins arranged in a floral pattern. The fabric is a deep purple color with a textured weave. The gold sequins are arranged in a repeating pattern of flowers and leaves. The background of the image is a gray surface, possibly a table or countertop. A small white rectangle at the bottom right corner contains black text that reads "20.148.1131". A handwritten number "1131" is visible below.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Silk / Compound weave
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 412 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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