Flag of IndiaArms & ArmorShafted Weapons18th–19th century

Artwork Details

TitleSpear with Sheath
MediumSteel, wood, iron, brass, leather, pigment, possibly pitch
DimensionsL. with sheath 89 1/4 in. (226.7 cm); L. of head with sheath 24 3/16 in. (61.4 cm); W. with sheath 4 9/16 in. (11.6 cm); Wt. with sheath 4 lbs. 12.1 oz. (2157.4 g)
ClassificationShafted Weapons
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date18th–19th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureSouth Indian
Date Range1701 – 1900