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Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a gray metal arrowhead with a pointed tip and flat base. The object titled "Arrowhead (Yanone)" by the artist is long and narrow, with a slight curve at the base. It has a weathered appearance with visible signs of aging and wear. The surface features several lines of engraved Japanese characters. A long, thin handle extends from the base of the arrowhead. The background of the image is black.

Artwork Details

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