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Spear Head
Friuli Spear
Spear Head
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Friuli Spear

Dateabout 1600
Mediumsteel, wood, traces of paint
Dimensions251.5 × 29.5 cm (99 × 11 5/8 in.), 3 lb, 10 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.157
DescriptionThrusting tip of square section, recurved wings terminating in spikes; wings are bladelike and sharpened on both edges. Faceted socket. Thin shaft bearing traces of spiralled paint decoration.
ProvenancePurchased by Museum from American Art Association, Anderson Galleries (NYC) on February 5, 1938 (Offerman Gest sale, #4371, lot #42). Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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