Arms & ArmorArchery Equipment-Arrows & Quiversprobably 16th centuryTwo Arrows is a archery equipment-arrows & quivers of Turkish or Iranian origin created in probably 16th century using wood, textile, lacquer, steel, gold, copper alloy measuring arrow (36.25.2591a): L. 25 3/4 in. (65.4 cm); Wt. 0.8 oz… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Wood, textile, lacquer, steel, gold, copper alloy |
| Dimensions | arrow (36.25.2591a): L. 25 3/4 in. (65.4 cm); Wt. 0.8 oz. (22.7 g); arrow (36.25.2591b): L. 25 15/16 in. (65.9 cm); Wt. 0.8 oz. (22.7 g) |
| Classification | Archery Equipment-Arrows & Quivers |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | probably 16th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Turkish or Iranian culture. The estimated date range is 1475 – 1625.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Two Arrows?
Two Arrows is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Two Arrows created?
Two Arrows dates to probably 16th century.
What material is Two Arrows made from?
Two Arrows is crafted from wood, textile, lacquer, steel, gold, copper alloy.
Is Two Arrows in the public domain?
Two Arrows is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026