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19th C. Indonesian Kris - Sutasoma / Kalmasapada

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19th C. Indonesian Kris - Sutasoma / Kalmasapada

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Description

Bali, Indonesia, ca. 19th century CE. Fabulous and colorful Hindu inspired sword - or kris / keres - carried by guardians of a temple. The handle is a Hindu mythological scene representing Sutasoma being born by the man-eater Kalmasapada. Long iron blade covered by wooden sheath painted in bright floral decorations, wrapped in silver bands. Shows nice age and a rare form! Size: 28.5" L (72.4 cm)

Provenance: ex-private Rochester, Michigan, USA collection

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Condition

Missing sections of silver bands, minor pigment wear, bone handle and blade in excellent condition.

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19th C. Indonesian Kris - Sutasoma / Kalmasapada

Name: 19th C. Indonesian Kris - Sutasoma / Kalmasapada
SKU: 57538261
Price: 600 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $900 - $1,200

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