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Quiver with Eleven Crossbow Bolts

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a quiver with eleven crossbow bolts. The quiver is made of wood and has a dark brown color with visible wood grain. It is shaped like a horn, with a wide base that tapers to a narrower top. A black leather or metal cap covers the top of the quiver, secured by three small rivets. The quiver appears to be old and worn, with signs of aging and use. The background of the image is a gradient of gray, transitioning from light to dark. The quiver is centered in the frame, with a slight shadow cast to the right. The image presents the quiver titled 'Quiver with Eleven Crossbow Bolts' by artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
quiver, probably early 16th century; bolts, 14th–16th century
Medium
Wood (oak, probably birch), tanned hide (possibly badger), paper, leather, steel, iron alloy
Culture
Western or Central European; quiver, possibly German
Dimensions
471 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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