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Spear (Kay-Yan)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Spear (Kay-Yan) by Mambai. The spear features a long, slender metal point with a triangular shape and a sharp tip. The point exhibits a weathered appearance with visible signs of wear and aging. Two curved protrusions extend from the base of the point. The spear's handle is made of dark wood and features two sections of braided cord or rope wrapped around it. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Steel, wood, cane (rattan)
Culture:
Philippine, Igorot
Dimensions:
351 × 624 px
Museum record:
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