DOEHOENG KASOENDAN (A Soenda Perspective)

[Gustav]

One more remark regarding Panataran carving.

On Pagar Ruyung Keris Gandhik doesn't protrude beyound the outline of blade, which is typical for "old style" Jalak Budho. Accordingly the sheath has no protruding part at the Gandhik side.

Keris on Panataran carving also has no protruding Gandhik.

The sheath on Panataran carving could be a similar one to Pagar Ruyung sheath, without a protruding part on Gandhik side. Because of the hand covering the "joint" place we visually have the impression of one, but actually the outline may continue at that place.

Of course the Panataran carving is quite rough.

The sheath on Kertolo statue has a different shape at that place, suggesting a blade with protruding Gandhik or perhaps even some sort feature on it.