Arms & ArmorArchery Equipment-Bows15th–17th centuryBow Case, Quiver, and Belt (gzhu shubs dang mda' shubs) is a archery equipment-bows of Tibetan or Mongolian origin created in 15th–17th century using leather, shellac, wood, iron, gold, pigment measuring Bow case; L. 25 in. (63.5 cm) W. 16 1/2 in. (41.9 cm)… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Leather, shellac, wood, iron, gold, pigment |
| Dimensions | Bow case; L. 25 in. (63.5 cm) W. 16 1/2 in. (41.9 cm); quiver; L. 20 in. (50.8 cm) W. 11 1/2 in. (29.2 cm); belt; L. 50 3/4 in. (128.9 cm) W. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm) |
| Classification | Archery Equipment-Bows |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2003 |
| Date | 15th–17th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Tibetan or Mongolian culture. The estimated date range is 1401 – 1700.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bow Case, Quiver, and Belt (gzhu shubs dang mda' shubs)?
Bow Case, Quiver, and Belt (gzhu shubs dang mda' shubs) is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bow Case, Quiver, and Belt (gzhu shubs dang mda' shubs) created?
Bow Case, Quiver, and Belt (gzhu shubs dang mda' shubs) dates to 15th–17th century.
What material is Bow Case, Quiver, and Belt (gzhu shubs dang mda' shubs) made from?
Bow Case, Quiver, and Belt (gzhu shubs dang mda' shubs) is crafted from leather, shellac, wood, iron, gold, pigment.
Is Bow Case, Quiver, and Belt (gzhu shubs dang mda' shubs) in the public domain?
Bow Case, Quiver, and Belt (gzhu shubs dang mda' shubs) is in the public domain and can be freely used.