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Written by: Mei HartmannSenior Specialist · Antiquities
African, Oceanic & Americas Art · Catalogue no. 54565
Anonymous, 6th-10th Century?; modern assembly of ancient parts?Spear-Thrower
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byCleveland Museum of Art
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| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, 6th-10th Century?; modern assembly of ancient parts? |
|---|---|
| Date | 600–1000 |
| Culture / Origin | Peru, South Coast?, Middle Horizon?, 6th-10th Century?; modern assembly of ancient parts? |
| Medium | wood, metal, bone, thread, sinew |
| Dimensions | Overall: 52.8 cm (20 13/16 in.) |
| Department | Art of the Americas |
| Type | Arms and Armor |
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