MSSU African Art Exibit : The MSSU African Art collection features a variety of authentic works of art from various tribes located throughout Central Africa. The objects in the collection range from mundane day to day grooming tools to ritualistic masks and statues.
Title:
Arrows, Three
Object Name:
Arrows
Other Name:
Arrows
Place of Origin:
Bushman, Kalahari Desert, Africa
Provenance:
Aboriginal Indigenous Art.
H = 25"
W = 8"
D = 1—1/2"

Arrows (2014.1.82), Bow (2014.1.83), and Quiver (2014.1.84). Originally part of one set, listed on one appraisal.

More research needed.



Description:
Three arrow points of iron with wooden shafts. Wrapped iron at base of arrows. Iron connectors at top and bottom of shafts, creating a fan—like effect.
Collection:
Finley Collection
Material:
Wood W/Iron
Used:
Ritually Used
Technique:
Carving / Iron Working
Owned:
Art Department, Missouri Southern State University
Accession#:
2014.1.82
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Bow, Arrows and Quiver - SetBow, Arrows and Quiver - Set