Description:

**Originally Listed At $350**

Southeast Asia, Indonesia, ca. late 19th century CE. An antique kris (keris) sword featuring a time-worn steel blade, a copper neck ring (mendak), and a finely polished wooden hilt carved on the underside with a pair of abstract anthropomorphic maskettes. The wooden sheath includes a dramatically flared upper guard to protect the blade, while the lower portion is sheathed in a silver-copper alloy jacket, adorned on one side with intricate repousse floral scrollwork, exemplifying the refined metalwork traditions of Indonesia. A striking fusion of weaponry and artistic craftsmanship. Size in sheath: 18.6" L x 7" W (47.2 cm x 17.8 cm); blade: 13.5" L x 3" W (34.3 cm x 7.6 cm); silver quality: 55% to 62%

Provenance: ex-private San Pedro, California, USA collection

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  • Condition: Indentation to the tip of the sheath. Dark patina and toning to metal areas. Nicks and abrasions along the blade and chip near flared guard. Chip to copper neck fitting.

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$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
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$20,000 $49,999 $2,500
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
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