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Pointed Tubular Tool with Pin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows two metal tools. The larger tool is long and pointed, resembling a tube with a rounded end on the right and a sharp end on the left. It is made of a dark-colored metal with visible signs of aging and wear, exhibiting green and brown hues. The tool features various etched designs, including triangles and lines, and has a small hole near the center. The tool casts a shadow to the right. Below the large tool is a smaller, thin, pointed metal object, also with signs of aging. The background of the image is a solid beige color. The tools are likely an example of a "Pointed Tubular Tool with Pin" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
1st millennium BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 396 px
Public Domain
Yes
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