Photos: Sculpture made from knives displayed in UK

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

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.

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

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

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

Inscriptions from victims of knife crime are seen on the sculpture.

The Knife Angel sculpture, also known as The National Monument Against Violence and Aggression, created by artist Alfie Bradley from over 100.000 knives obtained from knife amnesties and weapons seized by British police forces, is on display as part of a national tour in Bolton, Britain, November 6, 2023.