Flag of NepalArms & ArmorShafted Weapons17th–18th century

Artwork Details

TitleSpearhead (Mdung Rtse)
MediumIron, gold, silver
DimensionsL. 18 1/4 in. (46.4 cm)
ClassificationShafted Weapons
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date17th–18th century
Credit LinePurchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2001
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureTibetan
Date Range1601 – 1800

More shafted weapons from the Tibetan tradition