Spearhead with bent tang and slotted blade is a metalwork-implements of Hattian origin created in ca. 2300–2000 B.C. using copper alloy measuring 12.52 x 1.73 in. (31.8 x 4.39 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper alloy |
| Dimensions | 12.52 x 1.73 in. (31.8 x 4.39 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Joseph Pulitzer Bequest, 1955 |
| Date | ca. 2300–2000 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Hattian culture, dating from the Early Bronze Age III period. The estimated date range is 2300 BC – 2000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Central Anatolia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Spearhead with bent tang and slotted blade?
Spearhead with bent tang and slotted blade is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Spearhead with bent tang and slotted blade created?
Spearhead with bent tang and slotted blade dates to ca. 2300–2000 B.C..
What material is Spearhead with bent tang and slotted blade made from?
Spearhead with bent tang and slotted blade is crafted from copper alloy.
Is Spearhead with bent tang and slotted blade in the public domain?
Spearhead with bent tang and slotted blade is in the public domain and can be freely used.