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Early 20th C. Indonesian Steel Kujangs / Knives

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Early 20th C. Indonesian Steel Kujangs / Knives

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Description

**Originally Listed At $400**

Southeast Asia, Indonesia, western Java, Sundanese people, ca. early to mid 20th century CE. A set of 2 forged-steel knives known as kujang, each attached to a hand-carved wooden handle. Each slender blade features a series of petite perforations, a sharpened edge, a rounded shoulder protrusion, and a pointed tip. One handle is curved with smooth sides, and the other handle is lengthy with an abstract anthropomorphic head on the end. Size of largest: 18.125" L x 1.6" W (46 cm x 4.1 cm)

Provenance: private New Haven, Connecticut, USA collection

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Condition

Minor abrasions and nicks to blades and handles, otherwise in great condition. Nice patina throughout.

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Early 20th C. Indonesian Steel Kujangs / Knives

Name: Early 20th C. Indonesian Steel Kujangs / Knives
SKU: 170384002
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $450

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Starting Price $150

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