19th C. Indonesian Iron Kris w/ Wood Garuda Handle
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Southeast Asia, Indonesia, ca. 19th century CE. A fine example of a kris (or keris), a traditional Indonesian sword. The sheath has a wide upper portion which complements the form of the blade and is carved from a caramel-hued hard wood. The handle has the form of an abstract Garuda, a mythical avian figure in ancient Indonesian lore, and is separated from the blade with a circular brass guard. The blade has stunning striations running the length of the curved serpentine blade which tapers gently to a sharpened point. A wonderful sword rife with stunning details and expert craftsmanship. Size with sheath: 18.5" L (47 cm); length of blade: 14" L (35.6 cm).
Provenance: private Rochester, Michigan, USA collection
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Provenance: private Rochester, Michigan, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#126805
Condition
Surface wear commensurate with age and use, light scratching and patina to sheath, handle, and circular guard, and minor nicks and deposits on blade.
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19th C. Indonesian Iron Kris w/ Wood Garuda Handle
Estimate $600 - $900
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