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Spear

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a spear with a metal point and a wooden handle. The spearhead is dark gray and shaped like a leaf or an elongated teardrop. The spearhead has a slight curve to it. The spearhead appears to be made of metal and has a darker color at the edges. The handle is made of wood and is dark brown. The top portion of the handle is wrapped in light-colored material, possibly animal hide or fur, which appears to be frayed. The background of the image is a plain light grey color. The spear is titled "Spear" and made by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Wood, steel, hide, hair
Culture
Bornean
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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