Just picked up this Beladah Belabang from our Maurice. don't think he's posted it before.
(he's posting it monday)
i could not resist it.
i think it's gorgeous. been keeping my eye out for one of these for a while now.
from his listing:
Complete and original Beladah Belabang from South Borneo, Bandjermasin / Negara area.
Around 1850 / Bandjermasin war.
Unrestored condition.
Handle: (original blackned) wood, brass ferrule and handguard, complete with original "screw" on top. (15 cm)
Blade: sturdy and heavy blade (8mm thick), with floral designs and stabbing point. (68,5 cm).
Scabbard: wood.
Total length: 88 cm.
Provenance: Dutch market
photos by Maurice, with his kind permission.