Yanone (arrowhead), with togari-ya (pointed head) of yanagi-ha ("willow-leaf") type
Culture
Japanese
Date1600s–1800s
Mediumsteel
Dimensions1 × 28 cm (3/8 × 11 in.), .54 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.517
Label TextThese arrowheads embody the outstanding skill of traditional Japanese metalcraft. Even the simplest of them demonstrates the maker's technical and artistic mastery. The “willow-leaf” and “gut-gouger” heads were used in battle. The forked “wild goose” arrowhead was prized both on the battlefield and for hunting; a pierced whistling bulb of wood, horn or bone with holes was sometimes attached to it to induce terror or signal troops into action. The flat, pointed heads with saw-cut designs were offered as gifts or rewards.ProvenancePurchased by John W. Higgins from Mrs. Goldman, the buyer of the entire lot #155 at the Morosini Armor sale#3986, October 11, 1932 at the American Art Galleries (NYC). Given to the Museum on July 1, 1954. Paid $15 for lot of 20 Japanese arrowheads.
Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.On View
Not on viewCollections
Japanese
1600s–early 1800s
Japanese
1600s–early 1800s
