Nice real old one from Bali - Ethnographic Arms & Armour

23rd October 2007, 03:53 AM

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David

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Quote:

Originally Posted by drdavid

Hi Alan
can you give an explanation of the symbolism of the small face on the back of the head on this gold Bali handle. It looks a little like a monkey's features.
regards
DrD

Well, i think Alan's words are wise and i wouldn't dare to make an interpretation, but isn't the character Garuda?
Here's a nice ivory hilt.

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