Photos: Sculpture made from knives displayed in UK

Knife sculpture display created from over 100,000 knives seized by British police forces

Published: November 07, 2023 14:30 Compiled by Nathaniel Lacsina, Senior Web Editor

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The knives sculpture, also known as The National Monument Against Violence and Aggression, was created by artist Alfie Bradley. Image Credit: Reuters

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A national monument, the knives sculpture is 27 feet tall, weighs more than three tons, and is constructed from more than 100,000 seized blades. Image Credit: Reuters

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It was made to draw attention to the detrimental impacts of aggressive behavior and highlight the need for social reform. Image Credit: Reuters

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From November 1 to 30, the knives sculpture will be on exhibit in Bolton. Image Credit: Reuters

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Bolton is the first town in Greater Manchester to host the statue, which has traveled around the UK. Image Credit: Reuters

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Inscriptions from victims of knife crime are seen on the sculpture. Image Credit: Reuters

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