Lot 43
Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Western Java, ca. 17th to 18th century. Very rare and fine ivory kris (keris) handle carved in ivory which clearly shows this has advanced age. Carved in the form of a demon-like figure with a dramatically inclined head, bulging eyeballs, a smile, mustache, and curly hair. The finely carved figure wears a fanciful necklace, flaming bracelets, a flower upon his belly as well as covering his genitals. These characteristics are all attributes of the classic demon figure from the north-western coast of Java. An amazing, early example! Custom stand.
For a similar example, see Vanna Ghiringhelli, Kris Hilts: Masterpieces of South-East Asian Art. 5 Continents Editions, Milan, 2011, pp. 56-57.
Size: 1.5" W x 4" H (3.8 cm x 10.2 cm)
African Ivory. Bidders should be aware of the changing laws regarding commercialization of ivory and other product containing endangered species both on the Federal and State levels. This lot will be accompanied by a signed affidavit from the client that this object was in the United States prior to January 18, 1990, and is to the best of their knowledge and ability made prior to February 26, 1976 in accordance with Federal law. Ivory cannot be shipped out of the United States or to New York or New Jersey, and will not be shipped to California after June 30, 2016.
Provenance: Ex- private collection of Ami Brown. Mr. Brown was the owner of the Coca Cola franchise in Israel and amassed a huge and very fine collection of Indonesian Kris's as well as other ethnographic and tribal arts. His collection numbered more than 3000 pieces with many on display during his life in the Ein Harod Museum of Art.
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- Condition: Deep patina from age, minor age cracks else quite excellent
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