Lot 121
Rare 19th C. Javanese Tombak Spear with Silver Fitting
Rare 19th C. Javanese Tombak Spear with Silver Fitting
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Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Java, ca. 19th century or earlier CE. A magnificent tombak spear, featuring a long wooden shaft carved with a grooved texture on the butt end and near the neck, perhaps for both grip and decoration. The shaft neck is covered with a 92-94% silver decorative fitting, with classic Javanese silver wirework, scrolling filigree, and rosette shapes, adding an element of luxury. The weapon is fitted with a slender watered steel blade with nickel veining - similar to a kris weapon. Protecting the blade is a carved wooden sheath or guard, with a relief floral motif and a lotus bud finial. The surface is lacquered in a red cinnabar pigment over black. This is a beautiful and imposing piece, perhaps once carried by a royal guard due to its ornate nature, blending ceremonial artistry with functional design. Size: 74.5" L x 2" W (189.2 cm x 5.1 cm); 75" H (190.5 cm) on included custom stand; silver quality: 92% to 94%
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection, acquired from 2000 to 2010
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- Condition: Wood sheath has mercury in the pigment. Stable crack near opening of sheath. Abrasions to wood shaft, indentations and dark patina to the silver, with rubbing to wirework. Blade is pitted and has some nicks to edges. Overall great condition.
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