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Ge (Dagger-Axe)

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a dagger-axe titled "Ge (Dagger-Axe)" by artist unknown. The object is long and thin with a curved end on the right and a flat end on the left. The flat end has a curving protrusion on top and bottom and features a small circular hole approximately one-third of the way down from the top. A turquoise inlaid design, exhibiting a spiral or scroll-like pattern, adorns the left end. A short protrusion extends downwards from the center of the object. The object's surface displays a predominantly green patina, with areas of brown and rust visible. The background transitions from black at the top to dark gray at the bottom.

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900 × 565 px
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