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7th September 2012, 09:35 PM
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Keris for ID
Hello,
I spotted this keris in a local antique arms shop that deals almost exclusively with Western weapons. The owner didn't have any details on its age or country of origin. Is anyone able to throw some light on it for me? Thanks in advance! |
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8th September 2012, 11:49 AM
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This is one of the best keris posted on this forum for a longer time. I would say Sumatran, Riau, yet perhaps there could be some possibility it would come from Malay Peninsula. Blade is really beautiful, with a sort of Pamor Miring, which is rather rare. Hilt and wood grain on sheat are also very good.
Congratulations on a very good find! |
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8th September 2012, 01:18 PM
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I agree with Gustav, the only negative aspect is the missing buntut at the base of the sheath but a new one could be made.
The pamor looks like the Javanese Korowelang style, see picture. Regards |
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8th September 2012, 03:37 PM
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Sumatra Bugis. The ukiran should turn 45 or 90 degrees.
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8th September 2012, 03:57 PM
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Actually hilt is often turned like this one (in pictures) for storage purposes, never other way around.
Last edited by Gustav; 8th September 2012 at 08:13 PM. Reason: added "in pictures" |
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8th September 2012, 05:22 PM
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Nice Bugis influenced keris with an unusually complex pamor for this style. The wood looks beautiful as well. Nice catch.
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9th September 2012, 09:50 AM
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