Strigil

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a metal object titled Strigil by an unknown artist. The object is made of dark brown metal, likely bronze or iron, with a rectangular base that tapers slightly towards the bottom. The base is approximately 2-3 times thicker than the rest of the object and has a flat bottom. A curved hook extends from the top of the base, resembling a scimitar or a hook. The hook's end is rounded and smooth. The background is a gradient transitioning from black at the top to gray at the bottom, with a shadow cast by the object. The object stands upright on a flat surface.