Ceremonial dagger-ax (Ge)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Ceremonial dagger-ax (Ge) by Unknown. A long, narrow, pointed blade with a rough texture and dark spots, likely oxidation or wear. The blade has a small hole near the bottom. It is displayed on a stand with a small rectangular base and a thin vertical rod. A small white label on the base reads "THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART". The blade's shape is elongated with a sharp point at the top. The surface shows signs of aging and wear. The background is a plain wall.