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The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Narrow vertical fabric with a beige background. The fabric is primarily beige with a geometric pattern consisting of rows of dark brown diamonds on a light beige background. A strip of tan paper with black writing is on the right side. The top portion features a stylized floral design in blue, red, and brown hues. A green and pink flower is at the bottom. A blue and black floral motif is at the bottom left.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
Silk / Compound weave
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
179 × 623 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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