Pair of Moro Barong

Battara · 14th November 2010, 07:24 PM

I feel that the first one is 1900 to early 20th century and the second one based on the hilt style is 1920s from the Samal people in around Sulu.

Nice laminations on both pieces and great early Samal carvings on the scabbard (the 2nd piece).

Rick · 15th November 2010, 12:03 AM

Yes, those carvings are quite excellent; the uniformity and symmetry of the individual forms are masterfully executed .

I almost thought it to be embossed at first glance !

Battara · 15th November 2010, 02:01 AM

Yes I agree Rick, great okir work at the top of the scabbard!

14th November 2010, 07:24 PM	#1
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,345	I feel that the first one is 1900 to early 20th century and the second one based on the hilt style is 1920s from the Samal people in around Sulu. Nice laminations on both pieces and great early Samal carvings on the scabbard (the 2nd piece).

15th November 2010, 12:03 AM	#2
Rick Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6,376	Yes, those carvings are quite excellent; the uniformity and symmetry of the individual forms are masterfully executed . I almost thought it to be embossed at first glance !

15th November 2010, 02:01 AM	#3
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,345	Yes I agree Rick, great okir work at the top of the scabbard!