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Arrow
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This straight, lightweight arrow shaft is made from a single length of bamboo. Its surface is smooth and undecorated, with slight natural tapering toward the point. Shallow notches are cut at the rear end for attaching the bowstring.
| Artist / Maker | Philippines |
|---|---|
| Date | before 1922 |
| Culture / Origin | Philippines |
| Medium | bamboo shaft, wood tip |
| Dimensions | Average: 104.1 cm (41 in.) |
| Department | Oceania |
| Type | Arms and Armor |
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Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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