MALAY ART GALLERY'S....House of  Keris

Badek Sewah Sumatra Ulu Kakatua Gading.

Badek Sewah Sumatra Ulu Kakatua Gading – Another good example of a small side weapon called the badek or sewah of Sumatra in origin. Handle is made of elephant ivory and is well carved in the form of a parrot, or kakatua. Sheath is made from thick leather.

Rather short and sturdy blade with a single sharp edge and slightly arcing profile has the ferrule or metok made one with the blade.

Pamor patterns are not contrasting which is the norm from the region, but are forged in the miring technique of the adeg or standing variations, which is said to protect the owner from natural mishaps.

Condition: Very good condition.

Age:  Krises and other edge weapons are traditionally made without any date stampings or engravings of the makers' name. Although a kris smith or "empu" has his own styles configured together with the dapor and especially the ganjar (cross piece). Obvious age wear and tear, usage, familiarity with forms, motifs and designs, origin and history, mediums and materials used are our guidelines in determining an approximate age. This particular piece,  from our experience and knowledge, should go back to the middle 19th century.

Length of blade: 8.5".   Overall length: 11".

Price:- US$175 plus shipment.

Our terms:

Our Pledge:

E-mail:   [email protected]   or   [email protected]

MALAY ART GALLERY

Mailing address: Unit 905, The Malay Village, Singapore 409311.

Tel/Fax: 65-68412743.

Home Page Intro to kris & kris terms Kerises Gallery Other weapons Handles and accessories Sold Items
Hosted by www.Geocities.ws

1 1