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Processional Spearhead

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Long, narrow, pointed blade with rounded shoulders and a double-edged design, featuring notches on both sides near the hilt; worn and discolored metal surface. The hilt features a ribbed grip with diagonal and crisscross patterns; metal base and end cap; predominantly dark-colored with lighter metallic hues.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Steel
Culture
Sri Lankan
Dimensions
446 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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