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Arrowhead (<i>Yanone</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal spearhead with a triangular tip and a long, thin shaft, featuring an ornate design with curved prongs and floral patterns. The spearhead is made of metal, likely steel or iron, and has a weathered appearance. The triangular tip is pointed and symmetrical, with a rounded edge. The shaft is long and thin, extending from the base of the spearhead. The ornate design features curved prongs that extend from the shaft, with a floral pattern in the center. The background of the image is black, which helps to highlight the details of the spearhead. Title: Arrowhead (Yanone). Artist: Unknown.

Artwork details

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