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Implement with Curved Blade

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Implement with Curved Blade by Unknown has a long, narrow blade with a curved end. The blade is green with a darker patina on the surface. A guard is positioned near the middle, comprising two curled ends on either side. The hilt features a more decorative section near the top, adorned with bulbous protrusions on either side and two curved elements pointing upwards. A small rectangular hole is visible on the hilt.

Artwork Details

Date
13th–11th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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