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Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal arrowhead with a long, narrow, and rounded tip, having a darker tone on the left side and a lighter tone on the right side. The arrowhead is made of metal, likely steel or iron, with visible signs of aging or wear. A long, thin metal shaft protrudes from the bottom. The background is solid black. The title is "Arrowhead (Yanone)" by artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
late 17th century
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
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