Description:

Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Bali, ca. 20th century CE. A fine kris handle that is hand-carved from ox bone or that of another ungulate depicting Barong, the king of the spirits and leader of the hosts of the good in Balinese mythology. The handle features Barong standing atop a floral plinth while holding one leg aloft as he reaches for a kris handle behind his back. Size: 1.3" W x 4.2" H (3.3 cm x 10.7 cm); 5.8" H (14.7 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection, 1995 to 2010; ex-Ami Brown collection, New York City, USA, 1950 to 1970

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#168037

  • Condition: Ossification to some surfaces as expected, with small nicks to face, body, and floral plinth, otherwise intact and very good. Nice patina throughout. Old inventory label beneath handle base.

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