Unusual keris hilt

BluErf · 10th April 2005, 07:22 AM

Its a keris panjang with a rather rare hilt form. I was quite interested in this piece until I saw the damage on one side of the 'crown'. The hilt is anthropomorphic, and perhaps somewhat more man-like than other 'tapak kuda'-style (horse hoof) panjang hilts. The 'head' of the figure sticks out more than usual and the crown is quite elaborate.

nechesh · 10th April 2005, 08:38 AM

I would agree with the above and would only add that the price is not particularly out of line for this type of keris, especially when truly antique. The handle is beautifully carved and i hope the owner is capable of a competent restoration. Of course, supplying a sheath will probably be the most difficult part.

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10th April 2005, 07:22 AM	#1
BluErf Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,180	Its a keris panjang with a rather rare hilt form. I was quite interested in this piece until I saw the damage on one side of the 'crown'. The hilt is anthropomorphic, and perhaps somewhat more man-like than other 'tapak kuda'-style (horse hoof) panjang hilts. The 'head' of the figure sticks out more than usual and the crown is quite elaborate.

10th April 2005, 08:38 AM	#2
nechesh Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 940	I would agree with the above and would only add that the price is not particularly out of line for this type of keris, especially when truly antique. The handle is beautifully carved and i hope the owner is capable of a competent restoration. Of course, supplying a sheath will probably be the most difficult part.