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Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a metal spearhead with a long, narrow, pointed tip and a short tang. The spearhead is made of metal, likely steel, with a silver-gray color and visible signs of wear and tear, such as scratches and discoloration. It has a distinctive shape, with a long, tapering point and two smaller, triangular protrusions at the base, resembling a fork or a crown. The spearhead appears to be attached to a wooden or metal shaft, which is only partially visible. The background of the image is solid black, providing a stark contrast to the metallic sheen of the spearhead. This object is 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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