An Indonesian Kris Dagger
LengthAn Indonesian Kris Dagger
Length overall 16 3/8 in., 41.5 cm., blade 13 3/8 in., 34 cm.
Property from the Collection of Kevin Evensen, Chicago, Illinois
INDONESIAN KRIS DAGGER WITH DAMASCUSINDONESIAN KRIS DAGGER WITH DAMASCUS BLADEAn Indonesian Kris dagger with Damascus blade, probably 19th century, the mixed metal sheath inset with an ornate repoussé scroll & floral pattern, and a wooden guard, chip to guard, blade wear & sheath dents, 18.5" long.
Old Indonesian Kris Dagger 18''Old Indonesian Kris Dagger 18''
Indonesian 19th Cent. Kris DaggerIndonesian 19th Cent. Kris Dagger 24.5''. Mother of pearl inlaid wood handle. Comes with fragments of original wood scabbard. Blade measures 20''. Chips and loss to handle edges. Scattered wear from age. 19th century. (MH)
Old Indonesian Kris Dagger 15.5''Old Indonesian Kris Dagger 15.5'' - Broken scabbard
INDONESIAN KRIS DAGGER AND WOODINDONESIAN KRIS DAGGER AND WOOD HANDLES. An Indonesian Kris dagger (17”L) with sheath, on a custom stand, with 9 carved wooden Kris dagger handles , in the form of deities, animals, elephants and more, all mounted on customs stands. 3.5”H to 5”H.
Indonesian Wood Handled Kris DaggerIndonesian Wood Handled Kris Dagger with Wood Scabbard- 16''
MALAYSIAN KRIS FATANI WARRIORSMALAYSIAN KRIS FATANI WARRIORS DAGGERMalaysian, Thailand warriors kris, keris fatani. Carved wood sheath. Tajong or King Fisher shaped hilt. Hilt carved from dark wood with silver beak and eyes. Anak Alang or straight blade in iron. Hilt detached from blade. Blade with hilt: 18" L. Sheathed Dagger: 22 3/4" L.
A Javanese Bone-Mounted Kris Dagger,A Javanese Bone-Mounted Kris Dagger, 19th/Early 20th Century overall length 23.6 in — 60 cm
Old Indonesian Kris Small DaggerOld Indonesian Kris Small Dagger 16.5'' - Heavy wear
Two Indonesian Kris Daggers, mid-20thTwo Indonesian Kris Daggers, mid-20th century and earlier the first a Javanese example, with Nunggak Semi type hilt and lacquered and pressed brass scabbard, the second intricately carved example from Bali, with Buta Nawa Sari (demon) form hilt with cabochon set collar, in a 'boat' topped sheath, both daggers with 19th century or earlier Damascus steel blades
longest length 24 in — 61 cm
INDONESIAN KNIFE HANDLE 19th c.INDONESIAN KNIFE HANDLE 19th c. Sumatra, Palembang area, Indonesia Kris (keris) Dagger Handle carved from hardwood, depicting a Fevered Sumatran seated in the classic position with the right arm placed behind the shoulder to hold the shawl intended to keep his body from becoming cold and feverish. This said, the large bird's head that appears to be difficult to hold up may belong to Vishnu's famous eagle Garuda, covered in intricately carved patterns, on a museum stand, 3 1/4" tall. Fine condition. A superb example!
MALAYSIAN KRIS FATANI WARRIORSMALAYSIAN KRIS FATANI WARRIORS DAGGERMalaysian, Thailand warriors kris, keris fatani. Carved wood sheath. Tajong or King Fisher shaped hilt. Hilt carved from dark wood with silver beak and eyes. Anak Alang or straight blade in iron. Hilt detached from blade.
Blade with hilt: 18" L.
Sheathed Dagger: 22 3/4" L.
An Antique Indonesian Kris, ca.An Antique Indonesian Kris, ca. 19th Century The Damascus blade with ornately carved handle depicting a deity; with fitted wood sheath with metal protective cover. Overall measures approx. 18-3/4"L.
An Indonesian Kris with wave formAn Indonesian Kris with wave form blade having carved accents throughout the hilt and a wood handle. Length overall 29 1/2 inches.
INDONESIAN JAVA CEREMONIAL MOROINDONESIAN JAVA CEREMONIAL MORO KRIS DAGGER KNIFE Indonesia,Early 20th centuryIron blade with carved wood handle and hilt with engraved brass sheath.
20TH C. INDONESIAN IRON, WOOD,20TH C. INDONESIAN IRON, WOOD, & BRASS KRIS W/ SHEATHSoutheast Asia, Indonesia, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A striking personal ceremonial dagger known as a kris or keris comprised of a slightly curved iron blade, a bent, an abstract, avian-form handle, and wooden sheath adorned with elaborate brass repousse sheath jacket. A brass spacer embellished with applied foliate decoration sits between the blade and hilt, while the wooden handle bends at almost a right angle and narrows to a point resembling a bird's beak. Size with sheath: 19.8" L x 5.9" W (50.3 cm x 15 cm); without sheath: 16.1" L x 4" W (40.9 cm x 10.2 cm); blade: 12.6" L x 2.8" W (32 cm x 7.1 cm)
Provenance: private New Haven, Connecticut, USA collection
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#176169
Condition:
Some losses to applied decoration on spacer, as well as chipping to blade edge and wood shoulder on sheath. A few stable surface fissures to hilt, but otherwise kris is intact and excellent with nice preservation of detail and light patina in areas.
EARLY 20TH C. INDONESIAN STEELEARLY 20TH C. INDONESIAN STEEL & WOOD KRISSoutheast Asia, Indonesia, ca. early 20th century CE. A lovely personal dagger known as a kris (also keris) meant to be carried on special occasions. The spool-shaped wooden handle has thin twisted thread wrapped around the handle to provide for additional grip. The forged-steel blade features a gentle serpentine profile above a pointed tip and has a curled tendril opposite the narrow, protruding shoulder guard. The sheath has a bulbous guard protector mounted atop the narrow blade housing, and the obverse of the housing is decorated with a mottled brown and tan wood panel. Size (w/ sheath): 7.5" W x 26.875" H (19 cm x 68.3 cm); (blade): 19" L (48.3 cm)
Provenance: private Rochester, Michigan, USA collection
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#149487
Condition:
Repair to decorative wood panel on obverse of blade housing with light adhesive residue along break lines. Minor abrasions and oxidation to blade, with nicks to sheath and handle. Nice patina to all components. Blade is still quite sharp.
Two Southeast Asian Kris TogetherTwo Southeast Asian Kris Together with a Turkish Dagger
Estimate:$1,200-$1,800
20TH C. INDONESIAN GILT STEEL KRIS20TH C. INDONESIAN GILT STEEL KRIS W/ NAGA & SILVERSoutheast Asia, Indonesia, ca. mid-20th century CE. A beautiful ceremonial sword known as a kris (also keris) of an elegant form. The hand-carved wooden handle features a pair of abstract anthropomorphic maskettes along the interior curve, and beneath is a 95.1% silver spacer cap set with dozens of faceted glass inlays. The serpentine profile of the blade is accentuated by an intricate, flower-wrapped Naga snake shown on the guard surrounded by ample 44.43% to 47.19% gold gilt. The bulky wooden guard protector resides above a removable 96.6% silver sheath jacket that is adorned on one side with intricate, mold-pressed floral motifs. Size (w/ sheath): 6.2" W x 20.7" H (15.7 cm x 52.6 cm); (blade): 16.375" L (41.6 cm); gold quality: 44.43% to 47.19%; silver quality: 95.1% to 96.8%
Provenance: private Rochester, Michigan, USA collection
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#137965
Condition:
Damage and repair to wooden blade housing, with chipping and light adhesive residue along break lines. Sheath jacket is removable from wooden blade housing.
THREE INDONESIAN CARVED WOOD HILTSTHREE INDONESIAN CARVED WOOD HILTS FOR CEREMONIAL DAGGERS (KRIS)Three Indonesian carved wood hilts for ceremonial daggers (kris), 19th to 20th century Each is the hilt or "hulu" of a ceremonial kris dagger or betel knife, comprising three carved wood stylized figural handles, each on later added metal stand, 3 pieces Dimensions: Largest with stand: 8.25" H x 3" Dia.; smallest with stand: 7" H x 2" Dia. Provenance: Estate of Dr. Sanford Kaufman and Dr. P. Waverly Davidson
2pc Indonesian 19th Cent. Kris2pc Indonesian 19th Cent. Kris Small Daggers 15.5'' and 16.5''. Carved wood handles with wood scabbards. Damascus steel blades. Scattered heavy wear from age. 19th century.
INDONESIAN CEREMONIAL KRIS WITHINDONESIAN CEREMONIAL KRIS WITH CHASED BRASS SCABBARDIndonesian Ceremonial Kris with Chased Brass Scabbard
Indonesian wavy-blade kris withIndonesian wavy-blade kris with figural carved handle and blade treated to resemble meteor iron, 14 1/4 in. L. overall; with carved wooden scabbard.
ANTIQUE MALAY KRIS DAGGER, FIGURALANTIQUE MALAY KRIS DAGGER, FIGURAL GRIPOld Malaysian kris or keris knife. 14" overall in polished hardwood scabbard. See images for more details on condition. shipping info This item can be shipped in-house.
Indonesian meteor iron wavy-bladeIndonesian meteor iron wavy-blade kris with sculpted snake along its center; Java 19th or early 20th century with floral-carved ivory handle suggesting a bird's head and figured wood scabbard; the blade and guard 13 1/2 in. L.; 16 1/2 in. L. with handle. Estimate $ 300-500
EARLY 20TH C. INDONESIAN STEELEARLY 20TH C. INDONESIAN STEEL & NICKEL SILVER KRISSoutheast Asia, Indonesia, ca. early 20th century CE. A lovely ceremonial sword known as a kris (keris) with a nickel-silver jacket covering the hand-carved wooden sheath. The wooden handle bears a pair of abstract anthropomorphic maskettes along the interior curve and rests above a gilt brass spacer ring set with 4 faceted glass cabochons. The forged-steel blade exhibits a straight profile with sharpened edges, an L-shaped fuller along both sides of the shoulder, and a laterally projecting hand guard. The wooden sheath has a bulbous guard protector as well as a slender blade housing, and the exterior of the blade housing is covered with a removable, form-fitting, nickel-silver jacket. Size (w/ sheath): 5.6" W x 19.2" H (14.2 cm x 48.8 cm); (blade): 14.3" L (36.3 cm)
Provenance: private Rochester, Michigan, USA collection
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#149480
Condition:
Sheath jacket is removable. Losses and chips to lower tip of wooden blade housing. Abrasions to sheath, jacket, and blade, with small nicks to blade edges. Great patina throughout.
Indonesian meteor iron kris withIndonesian meteor iron kris with ivory handle and figured wood scabbard Java 19th century; the straight blade 15 3/4 in. L.; ivory handle carved as an abstract crouching figure; the scabbard composed of contrasting figured woods Estimate $ 250-350 Tip of ivory handle chipped. Scabbard shows some wear.
20TH C. INDONESIAN WOOD, IRON,20TH C. INDONESIAN WOOD, IRON, COPPER & SILVER KRISSoutheast Asia, Indonesia, ca. mid-20th century CE. A beautiful example of a kris (keris), a personal ceremonial sword. The hand-carved wooden handle features a pair of abstract anthropomorphic maskettes along the interior curve, and a hemispherical copper spacer cap rests beneath. The forged-iron blade has a straight profile, a projecting hand guard, and strips of lighter nickel material woven within. The wooden sheath is composed of a wide guard protector and a slender blade housing, and the removable silver (94%) sheath is decorated with flowing foliate motifs along the obverse. A fabulous example from Indonesia! Size (w/ sheath): 6" W x 19.75" H (15.2 cm x 50.2 cm); length of blade: 14.6" L (37.1 cm); quality of silver: 94%.
Provenance: private Rochester, Michigan, USA collection
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#138008
Condition:
Minor nicks and abrasions to blade and sheath, otherwise intact and very good. Light earthen deposits as well as fine patina throughout.
Gold and jeweled Kris , IndonesianGold and jeweled Kris , Indonesian short sword with Damascus watered steel blade, jeweled handle mounts and top of scabbard, ruby and sapphire cabochons transparent to semi-opaque, some with chatoyance (shimmers like the eyes of a cat), top of figured wood scabbard ivory, gold on handle and scabbard test to be 18 kt., silver tests .900 or better, 19th century, 29-1/2 in. including scabbard. Lacking one ruby, one small faceted emerald possibly a replacement, chips and losses to wooden elements, some elements loose. Collection of Courtney Smith, Sr., Highland Springs, Virginia.
FINE EARLY MALAY SILAT KRIS (KERIS)FINE EARLY MALAY SILAT KRIS (KERIS) DAGGER WITH SHEATH 18th-19th c. Keris Luk with Wayang handle, meteorite forged iron blade, formal 'Ladrang' exotic wood wranko, ivory spirit pommel. 20" overall, fine condition.
SIX INDONESIAN KRIS STYLE SWORDSSIX INDONESIAN KRIS STYLE SWORDS AND KNIVES 20th century, the largest with hammered metal scabbard (20 in. overall); a second sword with wooden scabbard (16-1/2 in.); the four knives (9-1/2 - 11 in.).
19TH C. INDONESIAN KRIS W/ REPOUSSE19TH C. INDONESIAN KRIS W/ REPOUSSE SILVER SHEATHSoutheast Asia, Indonesia, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A personal ceremonial sword known as a kris (also keris) with a hand-carved dugong ivory handle bearing an abstract phytomorphic form; beneath the handle is a brass spacer disc inlaid with glass cabochons. The forged-iron blade bears a wavy profile with a petite area of brass inlay on one side. The wooden sheath features a finely burled wooden top that is fitted with a 90% silver sheath jacket decorated with dense floral motifs in repousse. Size (w/ sheath): 6.3" W x 19.3" H (16 cm x 49 cm); (blade): 14.25" L x 3.375" W (36.2 cm x 8.6 cm); silver quality of sheath: 90%
Provenance: private New Haven, Connecticut, USA collection
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#176171
Condition:
Loosening to guard atop blade, with one glass cabochon missing, wear to brass inlay on blade, several stable hairline fissures to ivory handle, and minor abrasions, otherwise in very good condition. Nice patina throughout.
INDONESIAN "METEOR IRON" WAVY BLADEINDONESIAN "METEOR IRON" WAVY BLADE KRIS DAGGER 19th century: the blade with gentle S-curves and broad ricasso, 13 1/8 in. L.; European brass grip with knob pommel; 17 1/4 in. L. overall.
20TH C. INDONESIAN GILT STEEL KRIS20TH C. INDONESIAN GILT STEEL KRIS W/ SILVER SHEATHSoutheast Asia, Indonesia, ca. mid-20th century CE. A stunning kris (keris), a personal ceremonial sword used throughout Indonesia. The hand-carved wooden handle features a pair of abstract anthropomorphic maskettes along the interior curve, and a bulbous silver (95%) spacer cap decorated with lustrous stones of cubic zirconia. The forged carbon-steel blade has a gentle serpentine profile and a projecting hand guard along the shoulder, both adorned with a lustrous gilding of 95% gold (equivalent to over 22 karats) in the form of vegetal and floral motifs. The base of the blade features an intricately formed ornament of an elephant, a symbol of great power. Embellished by a silver (95%) foliate motif with inlaid stones of cubic zirconia, the sheath is composed of a wide-spanning guard and a wood and gilt nickel brass backing. An ovoid shield-like design featuring a sun, moon, and sphere can be found at the base of the sheath. A fabulous example of a kris from Indonesia! Size with sheath: 20.5" L x 6.75" W (52.1 cm x 17.1 cm); Size of blade: 15.75" L (40 cm); Quality of gilt: 95%; Quality of silver: 95%
Provenance: private Rochester, Michigan, USA collection
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#149486
Condition:
Stable hairline surface fissure to top of sheath. A few nicks and abrasions to blade, commensurate with age and use. A few light scratches to sheath. Miniscule losses to two stones on bottom portion of spacer, but all others are intact. Otherwise, intact and excellent.
INDONESIAN KRIS WITH SCABBARD LATEINDONESIAN KRIS WITH SCABBARD LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY BLADE LENGTH 6.5”. TOTAL LENGTH 10”.INDONESIAN KRIS WITH SCABBARD, Late 19th/Early 20th Century, Kris with bone figural handle and wooden sword guard. Chased silver metal scabbard. Dimensions: Blade length 6.5". Total length 10".