Spearhead and Storage Case (清  矛頭)
Flag of NepalArms & ArmorShafted Weapons17th–18th century

Spearhead and Storage Case (清 矛頭) is a shafted weapons of spearhead, Chinese or Mongolian; case, Tibetan origin created in 17th–18th century using steel, gold, leather, copper, possibly cork, wood measuring L. of spearhead 14 3/8 in. (36.5 cm); W. 1 3/8 in. (3.5… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteel, gold, leather, copper, possibly cork, wood
DimensionsL. of spearhead 14 3/8 in. (36.5 cm); W. 1 3/8 in. (3.5 cm); L. of case 15 1/2 in. (39.4 cm); W. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm)
ClassificationShafted Weapons
DepartmentArms and Armor
Credit LineRogers Fund, 2000
Date17th–18th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the spearhead, Chinese or Mongolian; case, Tibetan culture. The estimated date range is 1601 – 1800.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Spearhead and Storage Case (清 矛頭)?

Spearhead and Storage Case (清 矛頭) is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Spearhead and Storage Case (清 矛頭) created?

Spearhead and Storage Case (清 矛頭) dates to 17th–18th century.

What material is Spearhead and Storage Case (清 矛頭) made from?

Spearhead and Storage Case (清 矛頭) is crafted from steel, gold, leather, copper, possibly cork, wood.

Is Spearhead and Storage Case (清 矛頭) in the public domain?

Spearhead and Storage Case (清 矛頭) is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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