Knife (Bank)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a curved metal object with a handle. The object titled "Knife (Bank)" by an unknown artist, has a long, curved blade resembling a hook or a scimitar. The blade is widest at the tip and tapers towards the base where it meets the handle. The blade appears to be made of metal and has a scratched and weathered appearance. The handle is narrower and more cylindrical, with a small knob at the top. The handle and part of the blade are covered in a darker substance, possibly oxidation or grime. The background of the image is light gray. The object is positioned centrally in the image, with the blade curving downwards to the left and the handle extending upwards to the right.