Arrowhead

Art Historical Context

This slender copper alloy arrowhead, to the early New Kingdom's Dynasty 18 (ca. 1550–1458 B.C.), hails from a golden era of ancient Egypt when pharaohs like Those III expanded the empire through military campaigns. Measuring 14.4 cm in length, it exemplifies the practical artistry of Egyptian weapon-making, designed for piercing power in archery—a vital skill for hunting, warfare, and royal hunts depicted in temple reliefs. Crafted from a durable copper alloy, likely cast or hammered with precision, the arrowhead showcases early metallurgical expertise that bridged the Bronze Age transition i...