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Copper Atlatl Spear Thrower

15th–16th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Copper Atlatl Spear Thrower
  • Date: 15th–16th century
  • Geography: Peru
  • Culture: Inca
  • Medium: Copper (cast)
  • Dimensions: Length 1-5/8 in. (4.1 cm)
  • Classification: Metal-Implements
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Jane Costello Goldberg, from the Collection of Arnold I. Goldberg, 1986
  • Object Number: 1987.394.619
  • Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing
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