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Necktie

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black necktie, laid flat, with pointed ends, on a white background. Two long, thin, black pieces of fabric, identical in shape and size, positioned one on top of the other but not overlapping perfectly, with the top one shifted slightly to the left. The top piece has a more pronounced crease down the center and appears to have a subtle texture. The bottom piece is smooth. The background is solid white with slight shadows around the edges. The tie's ends are pointed and symmetrical. The tie appears to be made of smooth fabric, possibly silk. The image shows the tie in a flat, untied state. The artist's representation of the necktie is straightforward and lacks embellishments.

Artwork Details

Date
1890s
Medium
silk
Culture
American or European
Dimensions
596 × 140 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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