Ceremonial Arrowhead
Originally mounted on a wooden shaft, this extremely large arrowhead probably served as a symbol of rank or a baton of command. It is decorated with royal Bohemian monograms and badges in addition to religious invocations in medieval Czech. It bears the monogram AR for Albert, king of Bohemia and Hungary (reigned 1437–39).
Artwork Details
- Title: Ceremonial Arrowhead
- Date: 1437–39
- Geography: probably Prague
- Culture: Bohemian, probably Prague
- Medium: Steel, copper alloy
- Dimensions: L. 12 9/16 in. (31.9 cm); W. 2 7/16 in. (6.2 cm); Wt. 28.1 oz. (797 g)
- Classification: Archery Equipment-Arrows & Quivers
- Credit Line: Purchase, David and Dorothy Alexander and Mrs. Ridgeley Hunt Gifts, Bequest of Stephen V. Grancsay, by exchange, and funds from various donors, 1984
- Object Number: 1984.17
- Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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