Southeast Asian & Japanese Arms & Art
Lot 112:
Indonesian Sumatra Minangkabau Keris. Keris from the Minangkabau often resemble in form the Bugi style keris of Sulawesi. The classic form of the Minangkabau keris has a Jawa Demam style hilt. Keris daggers such as this example were referred to as a karih by the Minangkabau. They were worn for ceremonial purposes as a sign of power and prestige and were designed to slip into a manas waist band. Total length (inside scabbard if present) : 18 1/8", Blade length : 12 5/8". Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at [email protected]
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