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Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a spearhead titled "Arrowhead (Yanone)" by an unknown artist. The spearhead is made of metal with a pointed tip and a long, narrow neck where it meets the shaft. The blade of the spearhead is shaped like an elongated teardrop with the pointed end facing upwards. It features a cutout design consisting of four clover-like shapes arranged in a cross pattern. The spearhead displays visible signs of wear and aging, with darker areas suggesting oxidation or tarnish. The shaft is thin, long, and made of metal with a darker color than the spearhead, appearing to have a smooth surface. The background of the image is solid black.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1615–1868
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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