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Three Ceremonial Arrowheads

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Three ceremonial arrowheads, by unknown artist. Three metal arrowheads with gold and silver decorations. The arrowheads have a long, tapered shape with a pointed tip; the left and center arrowheads are similar in size, the right one is smaller. The arrowheads feature intricate designs with gold and silver patterns, including etchings, swirls, and geometric shapes. The handles of the arrowheads are primarily gold with silver accents. The gold sections have a textured appearance. The arrowheads stand upright on a gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1437–39
Medium:
Steel, copper alloy
Culture:
Bohemian, probably Prague
Dimensions:
474 × 624 px
Museum record:
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