Figural !

Bjorn · 29th January 2018, 10:27 PM

As it's been a while since any hilts have been posted - and as this is such a lovely thread - I thought I'd share my humble collection. They're certainly not all old or as impressive as some of the previously posted hilts, but nevertheless I hope you'll enjoy seeing them.

Bjorn · 29th January 2018, 10:28 PM

Second batch

Bjorn · 29th January 2018, 10:30 PM

Third

Bjorn · 29th January 2018, 10:30 PM

And final.

David · 29th January 2018, 10:43 PM

Thanks for posting Bjorn. Even if they are not all particularly old they are nonetheless interesting additions to our gallery.

Athanase · 17th October 2019, 12:15 AM

I'm not sure of the geographical origin of this Javanese hilt (East Java?)

But I'm pretty sure it represents Bhima: position of the hands, the belt with its buckle, the bun, etc. ... it's very close to Balinese hilts representing this deity.

kai · 20th October 2019, 12:53 AM

Hello Séverin,

Another very finely carved hilt! If you ever decide to let it go...

IMVHO this is a somewhat later example based on the early type representing a demonic being (I believe I also can make out fangs with your example) apparently belonging to the Kastrya echelon. Based on carving style and wear/patina, I'd guess your's is really old and certainly antique though.

The additional wooden "bead" below the hilt is weird. I've seen a few of these but no idea where this idea came from?

This keris seems worth a dedicated discussion - maybe you could post the blade and its fittings in a separate thread?

Quote:

I'm pretty sure it represents Bhima: position of the hands, the belt with its buckle, the bun, etc. ... it's very close to Balinese hilts representing this deity.

BTW, I'd posit that with many/most Balinese hilts the original attribution (intended by the carver and/or sponsor) is not possible to prove. Same-o for figural hilts of other regions, I guess. Thus, it might be safer to qualify any interpretations.

Regards,
Kai

29th January 2018, 10:27 PM	#1
Bjorn Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Netherlands Posts: 188	As it's been a while since any hilts have been posted - and as this is such a lovely thread - I thought I'd share my humble collection. They're certainly not all old or as impressive as some of the previously posted hilts, but nevertheless I hope you'll enjoy seeing them. Attached Images

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Bjorn Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Netherlands Posts: 188	Second batch Attached Images

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Bjorn Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Netherlands Posts: 188	And final. Attached Images

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Athanase Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Paris (France) Posts: 428	I'm not sure of the geographical origin of this Javanese hilt (East Java?) But I'm pretty sure it represents Bhima: position of the hands, the belt with its buckle, the bun, etc. ... it's very close to Balinese hilts representing this deity. Attached Images

29th January 2018, 10:43 PM	#5
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,250	Thanks for posting Bjorn. Even if they are not all particularly old they are nonetheless interesting additions to our gallery.