Southeast Asian & Japanese Arms & Art
Lot 110:
Nice Javanese keris with carved damascus steel blade and ornate scabbard.Javanese keris , are some of the most highly variegated objects in the world of arms and armor.Despite maintaining a distinct overall form and shape, the variation, in particular of the style ofblades is greater than any other arms and armor culture. The most classic style of hilt is from theRoyal Palaces of Java and called a cecekan hilt. This form of hilt has seven flat planar sides, withtwo carvings at internal angles of the hilt. The one nearest the pommel represents the kala mask, a benevolent demon and the small protrusion in the carving called a kuncung represents a noseTotal length (inside scabbard if present) : 19 7/8", Blade length : 12 3/4". ~~ . Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at [email protected]
Share this lot:
