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Harpoon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a bronze harpoon by artist Harpoon. The harpoon has a long, pointed tip and a series of barbs along its length. The object is made of dark green metal, possibly bronze, with a rough texture and visible signs of aging or wear. It has a narrow, tapered handle at the bottom. The harpoon has 2 side flukes near the tip. There are 7 barbs on the bottom side and none on the top. The background is a plain beige color.

Artwork Details

Date
1500–500 BCE
Medium
Copper
Culture
India
Dimensions
204 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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