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Halberd Head with Naga and Blades

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The halberd head has two blades. A curved piece of metal connects the blades to a handle. The curved piece resembles a naga. The halberd head sits on a circular base. The halberd head with naga and blades is by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. second half of the 13th century
Medium
Copper alloy
Culture
Indonesia (Java)
Dimensions
398 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
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