Knife or Axe (Kharga)

Cleveland Museum of Art

Knife or Axe (Kharga) by an unknown artist. The object is a curved-blade tool with a handle. The handle is black and rounded at the top. A small brass ring separates the handle from the blade. The blade is silver-colored with a curved shape. The blade has a pointed tip that extends upward parallel to the handle. The blade's bottom curves downward. The blade features an etched decorative pattern running along its length. The pattern resembles vines or leaves. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The object appears to be against a plain backdrop. The overall appearance suggests an old, possibly antique, tool or weapon.