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Spear

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a spear. The spear has a long, thin, dark brown wooden shaft. The spearhead is made of metal and is attached to the shaft. The spearhead is shaped like a leaf with a long, thin stem. The spearhead has four curved prongs, resembling a trident or a fish skeleton, extending from the stem. The metal is weathered and has a rough texture, with visible signs of wear and tear. The background of the image is a plain light gray color. The artist of the spear is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Wood, steel, twine, resin
Culture
Indonesian
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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