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Piece

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a blue rectangular piece of fabric with a repeating diamond pattern. The fabric is a medium blue color with a subtle sheen, and the diamonds are darker blue. The diamonds are arranged in rows, with each row offset from the one above and below it. The fabric is mounted on a gray background, possibly cardboard or paper, with some visible edges and creases. There are small white chips and scratches on the surface of the fabric. In the bottom-right corner of the image, a small white rectangle contains black text that reads "20.148.1187". The artist and title of the piece are "Piece". The overall appearance suggests a textile fragment or sample.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Silk / Compound weave
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 124 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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