Two Nice Goloks

BluErf · 8th May 2005, 03:20 AM

I think those are "makhota" (crowns). The forms depicted on the handles are most likely the makara, the vehicle of goddess Ganga. In Southeast Asia, at least, the makara is almost always depicted with a crown.

Conogre · 8th May 2005, 07:04 AM

I'd tend to agree with the crowns signifying "royal" or magestic beasts such as those ridden by deities as opposed to Batak influence.
Even in western hearldry beasts such as lions and elk are sometimes similarly displayed.
Both pieces are exceptionally well done, IMHO as well, and may well have been made for owners of royal bloodlines as well, although this, of course, is pure speculation.
Mike

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8th May 2005, 03:20 AM	#1
BluErf Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,180	I think those are "makhota" (crowns). The forms depicted on the handles are most likely the makara, the vehicle of goddess Ganga. In Southeast Asia, at least, the makara is almost always depicted with a crown.

8th May 2005, 07:04 AM	#2
Conogre Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Clearwater, Florida Posts: 371	I'd tend to agree with the crowns signifying "royal" or magestic beasts such as those ridden by deities as opposed to Batak influence. Even in western hearldry beasts such as lions and elk are sometimes similarly displayed. Both pieces are exceptionally well done, IMHO as well, and may well have been made for owners of royal bloodlines as well, although this, of course, is pure speculation. Mike