Sacrificial Axe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Sacrificial Axe by Unidentified Artist. The image shows a curved, single-edged metal blade with a pointed tip, resembling a scythe or sickle. The blade is made of metal, with a silver-gray color and visible signs of wear and tear. The blade's surface features intricate etchings or engravings. Attached to the blade is a handle made of dark-colored wood or material, wrapped with red and yellow cord or tape in a spiral pattern. The handle has a rounded end and appears to be secured to the blade with metal bands. The background of the image is a plain white surface.