Single-Edged Knife (Scramasax)

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Single-Edged Knife (Scramasax) by unknown artist depicts a rusty, single-edged knife with a rough, uneven surface and a pointed tip. The knife's blade is dark brown with spots of rust and corrosion visible on its surface. The blade tapers to a point at the tip. It features a gold-colored metal band or guard near the top of the blade. The band is relatively wide and appears to be made of a shiny, gold-colored metal with decorative etchings or patterns on its surface. The background is a solid dark gray color.