An anvil is a large block of metal, typically made of iron or steel, that is used as a support for hammering or shaping metal objects. Anvils have a flat top surface and a variety of shaped edges and holes that can be used for different forging techniques.
Anvils are an essential tool for blacksmiths and other metalworkers. They provide a stable and solid surface for hammering, and their various shapes and edges allow for a wide range of forging operations. Anvils can be used to shape metal objects by hammering, bending, and cutting.