Fragment (from Obi)
Unknown
18th century, late Edo period (1789–1868)/ Meiji period (1868–1912)
Medium
Plain compound twill, silk and gilt paper; 3 strips to m.m.
Dimensions
24.5 × 33.3 cm (9 5/8 × 13 1/8 in) (per old card)
Classification
textile
Department
Textiles
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
156556
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...