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Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a metal object resembling an arrowhead with a spade suit symbol cut out of it. The object is made of silver or gray metal and has a long, thin handle. The handle is straight and narrow, with a small decorative band around the top. The blade of the object is teardrop-shaped, with a pointed tip and a flat edge. A spade suit symbol, resembling a black spade, cut out of the center. The metal appears weathered and worn, with visible signs of aging or use. The background of the image is solid black. The object titled "Arrowhead (Yanone)" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

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