Exceptional Kris Collection with Rare Hilt and Sheath

Six exceptional kris, Keris with distinctive blade patterns by…
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Six exceptional kris, Keris with distinctive blade patterns by master Ironsmiths, Indonesia, 16th-19th century, the hilt, hulu are made from rare types of wood, each with a sheath in repousse metal & wood, a purpose made glass display case, & a book Ensirklopedi Keris, Bambang Harsrinkuksmo (14). Provenance: A businessman who spent a decade travelling the Islands of Indonesia, note, a Keris or kris was created for religious rituals and is believed to possess magic powers, both as a weapon & spiritual object. Master kris makers include: Ki Supowinangun, Ki Macam, Ki Slamet, Ki Umaji, Ki Supojoyo, Ki Pangeran Sedayu, Ki Supotruna. Length 42-51 cm cabinet: 145 x 65 cm

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  • Embossed / Repousse - Embossing, also known as repousse, is the technique of decorating metal with raised designs, by pressing or beating out the design from the reverse side of the object.It is the opposite of chasing, where the decoration is applied from the front. An embossed or repoussed object may have chasing applied to finish off the design.

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