Description:

Southeast Asia, Indonesia, ca. 19th century CE. A charming handle for a ceremonial dagger known as a kris (also keris) that is hand-carved from deer antler. The slender handle takes the form of an abstract zoomorph, perhaps a bird or a mythological creature. The creature presents with a lengthy neck, a massive beak, a protruding crest, and a pair of inlaid lead eyes. Size: 2" L x 0.8" W x 3.6" H (5.1 cm x 2 cm x 9.1 cm); 5.3" H (13.5 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-private Ami Brown collection, Israel

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#113370

  • Condition: Repair to crest atop head, with very light adhesive residue along break lines. Minor nicks, abrasions, and ossification commensurate with age, and light abrasions to lead eyes. Nice patina throughout.

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