Lot no. 191
INDONESIAN KRISS
with wavy blade composed of several contrasting metals, the scabbard of gilded copper embossed with floral and stylised motifs adorned with an applied solar motif set with cabochons of turquoise and fine stone, the handle depicting the head of a wrathful deity.
(Oxidation; wear to the gilding).
Indonesia, 18th-19th centuries.
AN INDONESIAN KRISS, 18TH-19TH CENTURY.
LENGTH. (TOTAL) 44,5 CM (17 1/2 IN.)
See original version (French) Auto-translation. Refer to original language for legal validity.
Pictures credits: Contact organization
Arts of the Middle East and the Mediterranean
About the sale