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Pieces from a Kosode with Flowers, Vines, and Garden Fence

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A light blue rectangular piece of fabric with a repeating floral pattern. The pattern features pink, white, and red flowers with curved lines and brown outlines. Stylized vines are interspersed among the flowers. A garden fence-like design element is present in a lighter beige color. The fabric has visible vertical lines that resemble creases or stitching, giving it a kosode appearance. The artist's piece titled "Pieces from a Kosode with Flowers, Vines, and Garden Fence" features this design.

Artwork Details

Medium
Resist dyed and painted float-patterned plain-weave silk (saya), embroidered with silk and metallic thread
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
188 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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