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Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a spearhead, specifically <i>Yanone</i>, with a silver-colored metal blade and a long, thin handle. The spearhead is centered in the image, with the blade pointing upwards. The blade is narrow and elongated, with a pointed tip and a straight edge on both sides. The base of the blade is slightly wider than the tip and has a slight curve where it meets the handle. The handle is long and thin, made of a dark brown or black material, possibly wood. It is straight and appears to be smooth to the eye. The background of the image is solid black, providing a stark contrast to the silver and dark colors of the spearhead. The overall appearance of the spearhead suggests that it is an old or antique item, possibly used for hunting or ceremonial purposes.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Steel
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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