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Antennae Sword

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green patina bronze sword with long narrow blade and distinctive T-shaped handle, the crossguard extending in two outward curving prongs; blade shows signs of wear and corrosion; object lies horizontally across the center of a plain grey background. Antennae Sword by unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1500–500 BCE
Medium
Copper
Culture
India
Dimensions
599 × 281 px
Public Domain
Yes
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