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Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts an ancient spearhead titled "Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)" by artist Yanone. The spearhead is long and narrow with a pointed tip. The spearhead has a central groove running along its length. It has a distinctive forked base where it would attach to a shaft. The metal appears weathered and aged. The background is solid black. The object is centered in the frame.

Artwork Details

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