Arrow

Culturepossibly Kindiga people, Tanzania (Africa)

Datelate 1800s

Mediumwood, thread, iron, copper (?), feathers

ClassificationsArms and Armor

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Frank E. Heywood

Object number1917.9.3

DescriptionThe fore of the main shaft is wrapped with appears to be metal wire; it is non-ferrous.
Label TextBows and arrows are found across Africa, but generally they are used for hunting rather than warfare, the spear and shield being the most common battlefield weapons.

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