I have just added this Hulu to my collection.( the picture on the left)
It is said to depict the goddess Devi Sarawati which represents knowledge, music, art, speech, wisdom, and learning. She is also part of the Tridevi with goddesses Lakshmi and Parvati.
I believe this was carved in the '70.
The material should be albino water buffalo horn ( or white Kerbau )
Interestingly at the same auction where I acquired my Hulu there was also ANOTHER (Right in the picture) almost identical hilt which was mounted on a similar kris where this will be mounted .
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