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Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal shovel with a pointed top and flat bottom; long handle partially visible. A cutout in the shovel displays a figure holding a lamp and wearing a loincloth while on one knee; figure faces left against a background of scrolling floral patterns. The shovel is titled "Arrowhead" by artist Yanone.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 1615–1868
Medium
Steel
Culture
Japanese
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
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