The javanese kris

Marcokeris · 19th March 2009, 12:22 PM

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erikscollectables · 3rd April 2009, 09:59 AM

The Groneman book arrived yesterday in the mail.
It is a great book with really beautiful illustrations.
Worth every penny.

You can order it from the bookstore of the ethnographical museum of Leiden.
The owner of the bookstore is the publisher of the book.

http://www.ethnographicartbooks.com/

Regards, Erik

By the way I am not linked in any way to the bookstore/publisher I just like the book a lot!

Albert · 3rd April 2009, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by erikscollectables

The Groneman book arrived yesterday in the mail.
It is a great book with really beautiful illustrations.
Worth every penny.

You can order it from the bookstore of the ethnographical museum of Leiden.
The owner of the bookstore is the publisher of the book.

http://www.ethnographicartbooks.com/

Regards, Erik

By the way I am not linked in any way to the bookstore/publisher I just like the book a lot!

I totally agree with Erik. A magnificant book.
The original (German) text of Groneman already was a classic, now it is translated into English and there is very much added in this publication.
A great number of excellent photo's of keris, and numerous drawings from old Javanese manuscripts. Extensive and detailed information and feast for the eye. This is a book that will not easily be outclassed!
When I completely have read it (I also got my copy yesterday), I will write a review and post it here.

Albert van Zonneveld

Alam Shah · 5th April 2009, 03:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Albert

... When I completely have read it (I also got my copy yesterday), I will write a review and post it here.

Albert van Zonneveld

Will be waiting for the review.. mine is on the way. Likewise, I'll do the same..

A. G. Maisey · 7th April 2009, 08:31 AM

Earlier today I received my copy of "The Javanese Keris", and I have now completed reading of the text.

I will complete perusal of the illustrations and their captions before tomorrow.

I have waited a very long time to be able to read what Isaac Groneman wrote. My only comment is that this book contains matter with a high degree of historical interest for those of us who study the keris.

I am certain that a comparative study of material in this publication, with material from other sources, will prove to be most edifying for those who have the tenacity to carry out such a study.

It would be very easy to level criticism at some of the captions attached to illustrations, and at some sections of the text, however, I would caution against using too pedantic an approach to this publication:- to my way of thinking, its value lays in its provision of historical context, rather than in provision of information.

The preface and the introduction, both written by David van Duuren, bear reading several times.

The book itself is a very good quality production and contains many photographs of previously unpublished keris.

I recommend without reservation the acquisition of this book by all serious students of the keris.

19th March 2009, 12:22 PM	#1
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3rd April 2009, 09:59 AM	#2
erikscollectables Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 318	The Groneman book arrived yesterday in the mail. It is a great book with really beautiful illustrations. Worth every penny. You can order it from the bookstore of the ethnographical museum of Leiden. The owner of the bookstore is the publisher of the book. http://www.ethnographicartbooks.com/ Regards, Erik By the way I am not linked in any way to the bookstore/publisher I just like the book a lot!

7th April 2009, 08:31 AM	#5
A. G. Maisey Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 7,015	Earlier today I received my copy of "The Javanese Keris", and I have now completed reading of the text. I will complete perusal of the illustrations and their captions before tomorrow. I have waited a very long time to be able to read what Isaac Groneman wrote. My only comment is that this book contains matter with a high degree of historical interest for those of us who study the keris. I am certain that a comparative study of material in this publication, with material from other sources, will prove to be most edifying for those who have the tenacity to carry out such a study. It would be very easy to level criticism at some of the captions attached to illustrations, and at some sections of the text, however, I would caution against using too pedantic an approach to this publication:- to my way of thinking, its value lays in its provision of historical context, rather than in provision of information. The preface and the introduction, both written by David van Duuren, bear reading several times. The book itself is a very good quality production and contains many photographs of previously unpublished keris. I recommend without reservation the acquisition of this book by all serious students of the keris.