Java Keris

Gavin Nugent · 29th March 2023, 11:06 AM

I have kept several Java keris over the years but have never really dived beyond the surface or the type, typically, just kept what I have liked for one reason or another.

When I think about this and it may be what I consider the complex science behind them that hasn't had me delve deeper...

So, in the interest of learning, I present this example. I kept it for the robust blade and 3 luks mostly. The sleeve is silver washed and the motif repeated to the end.

My knowledge, may be incorrect, but in the interest of learning, this is about as far as my knowledge goes. Surakarta "Gayaman" style dress, 3 luk blade.

I welcome data and insights that can lead me to further learnings. Having the subject matter in hand will help this.

I am also curious as to an age estimate.

With thanks

Gavin

PS, I have aligned the images in the best orientation I could, if incorrect, please edit.

29th March 2023, 11:06 AM	#1
Gavin Nugent Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 2,818	Java Keris I have kept several Java keris over the years but have never really dived beyond the surface or the type, typically, just kept what I have liked for one reason or another. When I think about this and it may be what I consider the complex science behind them that hasn't had me delve deeper... So, in the interest of learning, I present this example. I kept it for the robust blade and 3 luks mostly. The sleeve is silver washed and the motif repeated to the end. My knowledge, may be incorrect, but in the interest of learning, this is about as far as my knowledge goes. Surakarta "Gayaman" style dress, 3 luk blade. I welcome data and insights that can lead me to further learnings. Having the subject matter in hand will help this. I am also curious as to an age estimate. With thanks Gavin PS, I have aligned the images in the best orientation I could, if incorrect, please edit. Attached Images