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Antennae Sword

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark-colored sword with long, narrow blade and rounded triangular or T-shaped hilt. The blade tapers to a point at the tip. The hilt is divided into three prongs at the bottom. The sword has two small rings visible on either side, likely for attaching to a handle or scabbard. The surface of the sword appears worn. The background is a solid color. The title of the piece is "Antennae Sword".

Artwork details

Date:
1500–500 BCE
Medium:
Copper
Culture:
India
Dimensions:
123 × 625 px
Museum record:
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