The Knife Angel is a towering 27-foot sculpture created by British artist Alfie Bradley, forged from more than 100,000 real confiscated knives collected by police forces across the UK. Each blade, once an instrument of harm, is transformed into a message of remembrance, warning, and hope.
The surface of the angel shimmers with thousands of engraved knives—some still bearing notes from families who lost loved ones to knife crime. Its massive wings are built from polished blades that catch the light like feathers of steel, giving the figure a haunting yet majestic presence.
The sculpture’s expression is solemn, almost mournful, as if carrying the weight of every life affected by violence. It stands not only as a work of art but as a national memorial—an urgent reminder of the human cost of aggression and a call for peace, awareness, and change.
The Knife Angel travels across cities as a symbol of unity, inviting communities to reflect, educate, and remember. It's art with a mission, turning weapons into a powerful voice for healing.
The surface of the angel shimmers with thousands of engraved knives—some still bearing notes from families who lost loved ones to knife crime. Its massive wings are built from polished blades that catch the light like feathers of steel, giving the figure a haunting yet majestic presence.
The sculpture’s expression is solemn, almost mournful, as if carrying the weight of every life affected by violence. It stands not only as a work of art but as a national memorial—an urgent reminder of the human cost of aggression and a call for peace, awareness, and change.
The Knife Angel travels across cities as a symbol of unity, inviting communities to reflect, educate, and remember. It's art with a mission, turning weapons into a powerful voice for healing.
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