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Lance Head

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Lance Head by Donald Lipski is a green metal object with a long, narrow, pointed shape, resembling a spearhead. The object has a dark brown rectangular base. The metal object is a bluish-green color with darker spots and patches, indicating oxidation or rust. It has a flat, wide base that tapers to a point at the top. There is a curved piece of metal at the bottom. The background of the image is a plain light gray color.

Artwork details

Date:
1500–500 BCE
Medium:
Copper
Culture:
India
Dimensions:
379 × 623 px
Museum record:
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