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Sutra Cover with Pattern of Hanging Lanterns with Ribbons

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image features a long, narrow, vertically oriented rectangular textile with a green background and intricate orange designs. The textile depicts a repeating pattern of hanging lanterns with ribbons. The lanterns have a square base with a smaller square inside, and a curved top adorned with a ribbon or fabric. The lanterns are arranged in rows, with each row containing similar but mirrored designs. The lanterns are surrounded by a curved line that resembles a ribbon or a vine. The background of the image is a solid gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the textile. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement, suggesting that the textile may be a high-quality piece of art or a decorative item. The title of the work is "Sutra Cover with Pattern of Hanging Lanterns with Ribbons". The image suggests the work of an artist skilled in traditional Asian art.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
469 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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