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Ensemble

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image titled "Ensemble" by artist unmentioned, shows a long, tan-colored garment with short sleeves. The garment appears to be made of a lightweight material, possibly cotton or silk. It has a round neckline with a black drawstring and a small tassel at the end. The sleeves have a patterned band at the cuff, featuring a repeating design of triangles and geometric shapes in shades of black, red, and tan. The body of the garment features a large, intricate design at the bottom, comprising vertical stripes and geometric patterns in shades of black, red, and tan. The design is symmetrical, with two tall, narrow stripes on either side of a central section. The bottom of the garment has a decorative border featuring a repeating pattern of small triangles and shapes. The background of the image is white, suggesting that it may be a product photo or a museum exhibit.

Artwork Details

Date
19th–early 20th century
Medium
wool, leather, metal, cotton, silk
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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