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Halberd

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a bronze halberd, a type of ancient Chinese weapon. The halberd has a bronze shaft socket and a curved blade. The socket is rectangular and located on the left side. The blade is on the right side, long and curved with a pointed tip. The surface of the halberd is weathered and covered in green patina. There is a geometric pattern on the top of the socket. The background of the image is light gray. The halberd appears to be titled "Halberd" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
5th–4th century BCE
Medium:
Bronze inlaid with copper, turquoise, and tenorite
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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