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Fish hook

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Fish hook by is a curved, light brown object resembling a hook. The object has a rough texture and appears to be made of organic material, possibly bone or wood. It is positioned with the curved end facing downwards and to the right. The hook's surface features darker brown spots and some red paint or residue. A small section at the top of the hook is narrower and more pointed. The background is a solid gray color.

Artwork details

Medium:
Bone
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
416 × 624 px
Museum record:
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