My Keris: Newly Made Of Painted Sheath

Philip · 29th December 2004, 07:57 AM

Ria,
Thank you for posting a very impressive piece! I like the quality of both blade and fittings.

When I look at the painted motifs, with their striking color combinations, I immediately think of the folk art in some areas of Portugal. I know next to nothing about keris, but am aware of the influence of the Portuguese in areas of south Asia over several centuries (indeed, their colonial presence ended only about 3 decades ago in East Timor). Would I be off the mark in believing that this painted decor may have a Portuguese origin?

29th December 2004, 07:57 AM	#9
Philip Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: California Posts: 1,036	Origin of this painted style ?? Ria, Thank you for posting a very impressive piece! I like the quality of both blade and fittings. When I look at the painted motifs, with their striking color combinations, I immediately think of the folk art in some areas of Portugal. I know next to nothing about keris, but am aware of the influence of the Portuguese in areas of south Asia over several centuries (indeed, their colonial presence ended only about 3 decades ago in East Timor). Would I be off the mark in believing that this painted decor may have a Portuguese origin?