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Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a metal arrowhead with a long shaft. The arrowhead is made of metal and has a dark gray color with visible signs of wear and tear, such as small rust spots and scratches. It is shaped like a pointed teardrop with two curved protrusions on either side near the bottom and a cutout shape resembling a spade or a flame in the center. The shaft is long and thin, made of metal, and has a rusty appearance. The background of the image is solid black. The title of the image is "Arrowhead (Yanone)" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Steel
Culture:
Japanese
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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