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Pair of Dagger-Axes (<i>Ge</i>)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pair of Dagger-Axes (Ge) by Unknown. Dark-colored metal weapon, likely bronze or iron, with two main parts. The top part resembling a T-shape with a long straight section on the left and a curved section on the right, the curved section resembling a hook with a pointed tip. The bottom part a long, thin section with a pointed tip, attached to the T-shaped top part via four small rectangular holes and short metal strips. The metal has visible signs of aging and wear, including discoloration and darker patches. The background a plain off-white color.

Artwork Details

Date
4th–3rd century BCE
Medium
Bronze, lacquer
Culture
Chinese
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
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