Ritual Implement Made in the Qianlong Reign of the Great Qing Dynasty This axe-shaped ritual implement is forged of iron with silver inlay and gilding techniques, with chased decorative patterns on the handle. It is matched with a wooden box painted with black lacquer and gilded Eight Treasures patterns. It is 57cm long and 21cm wide. As a ritual tool of Tibetan Buddhism, this implement symbolizes dispelling evil and attracting blessings. The exquisite silver inlay and gilding craftsmanship make this piece valuable for Buddhist worship and collection of imperial crafts of the Qing Dynasty.