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A rare and well-preserved example of ancient Japanese metalwork, this ceremonial spearhead (hoko) is one of only a few such objects outside of Japan
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Title: Ceremonial Spearhead (Hoko)
Date: probably 1st–2nd century CE
Culture: Japanese
Medium: Bronze, silk
Dimensions: L. 27 3/4 in. (70.5 cm); W. 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm); Wt. 3 lb. 6.7 oz. (1550.7 g)
Classification: Shafted Weapons
Credit Line: Gift of Etsuko O. Morris and John H. Morris Jr., 2018
Accession Number: 2018.833.25
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