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6th April 2014, 02:32 PM
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Location: Germany, Dortmund
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 The kabeala is still in use on Sumba, special by the Pasola celebration. You really need to look to the patination of your sword. But don't worry, also the more recent ones are still worked in traditional manner and IMHO worthy ethnograhic weapons. They pop up time by time by ebay. I think that your one was in use.Attached a picture of my small Sumba display, like you see I still miss a West Sumba sword!  Regards, Detlef Last edited by Sajen; 6th April 2014 at 08:40 PM. |
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7th April 2014, 04:12 AM
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very nice Detlef thank you for the picteurs
regards semar |
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7th April 2014, 09:03 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Centerville, Kansas
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Semar, great catch on a really nice and complete example of a kabeala . Can you tell me what the black portion of the hilt is made from, is it horn, lacquered cord, a hard wax mixture or something else. Having all the woven bands still in place and in good condition is always a plus. My congratulations to you on a great score and fine new addition to your collection
Detlef, Like you always tell me, keep looking and sooner or later you will find a West Sumba sword to go with the other very nice examples shown in your photo. Best, Robert |
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7th April 2014, 10:34 AM
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Hello Robert
the black part one the handel is make from horn regards semar |
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7th April 2014, 05:40 PM
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I hope like this, I know a member who own such a piece, hope when I want to let it go he will contact me!!  Best regards, Detlef |
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