Description:

Norigae Po - wrapping cloth for personal ornaments; satin weave silk with patchwork design, 41 cm. x 41 cm.

Date of Artwork:

19th century

Notes: Although the pattern of triangles is a tessellation, the varied colors makes the overall design not repeating. Thus, the design does not look like a tessellation. Note the patterns in the colors chosen. Colors usually repeat diagonally in the design but subtle variations have been added.

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Contact Information:

Kate Renney, pem@pem.org

Original Page:

http://www.pem.org/exhibits/colors/default.htm

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