Luzon Bolo/Matulis?

ThePepperSkull · 24th February 2014, 11:34 PM

Thanks, Jose! That's really helpful for me. I wasn't aware that the triple star symbolism wasn't in use until aguinaldo's republic was established. The use of vine motif as rank signification is something I was unaware of as well.

Doing a quick search of these forums I also found this post regarding the distinction between Katipunan and 1st republic pieces along with some historical context by Dimasalang.

Using that bit of info as well, could we posit that this was a Philippine Republic-era piece (as evidenced by the Luz-vi-min stars) that belonged to someone who was once a high ranking katipunan member (as evidenced by the vine motif carving) or did the Vines become a more stylistic choice on the panday's part after the Katipunan organization was dissolved?

Dimasalang · 25th February 2014, 10:20 AM

Very nice piece. I too was eyeing this one, but could not find the extra funds for it.

A friend of mine badly wanted this one also. Either way, I am very happy to see it now in the hands of a collector here. The 3 stars definitely place it in the 1st Philippine Republic time frame.

24th February 2014, 11:34 PM	#1
ThePepperSkull Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 338	Thanks, Jose! That's really helpful for me. I wasn't aware that the triple star symbolism wasn't in use until aguinaldo's republic was established. The use of vine motif as rank signification is something I was unaware of as well. Doing a quick search of these forums I also found this post regarding the distinction between Katipunan and 1st republic pieces along with some historical context by Dimasalang. Using that bit of info as well, could we posit that this was a Philippine Republic-era piece (as evidenced by the Luz-vi-min stars) that belonged to someone who was once a high ranking katipunan member (as evidenced by the vine motif carving) or did the Vines become a more stylistic choice on the panday's part after the Katipunan organization was dissolved? Last edited by ThePepperSkull; 24th February 2014 at 11:43 PM. Reason: Grammar correction

25th February 2014, 10:20 AM	#2
Dimasalang Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 264	Very nice piece. I too was eyeing this one, but could not find the extra funds for it. A friend of mine badly wanted this one also. Either way, I am very happy to see it now in the hands of a collector here. The 3 stars definitely place it in the 1st Philippine Republic time frame.