Arms & ArmorArchery Equipment-Arrows & Quiversprobably 19th centuryTen Arrows is a archery equipment-arrows & quivers of Turkish origin created in probably 19th century using wood (pine, beech) steel, ivory, horn (cow), bone, pigment, gold measuring L. 27 in. (68.6 cm); L. 25 1/4 in. (64.1 cm) — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood (pine, beech) steel, ivory, horn (cow), bone, pigment, gold |
| Dimensions | L. 27 in. (68.6 cm); L. 25 1/4 in. (64.1 cm) |
| Classification | Archery Equipment-Arrows & Quivers |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | probably 19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1775 – 1925.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ten Arrows?
Ten Arrows is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ten Arrows created?
Ten Arrows dates to probably 19th century.
What material is Ten Arrows made from?
Ten Arrows is crafted from wood (pine, beech) steel, ivory, horn (cow), bone, pigment, gold.
Is Ten Arrows in the public domain?
Ten Arrows is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026