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Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a silver-colored metal arrowhead with a dark wooden shaft. The arrowhead is leaf-shaped, tapering to a point at the top and narrowing to a short neck where it meets the shaft. The arrowhead has a flat, wide shape with a slight curve to the edges. The metal is gray with a slight sheen and appears weathered, with a white border around the edge. A decorative design consisting of a four-petal flower-like pattern with curved lines is etched into the center. The background is solid black with no other objects or details visible. The overall appearance suggests an ancient or historical weapon, specifically an arrowhead titled "Arrowhead (Yanone)" by the artist.

Artwork Details

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