Important May 8th Collection of Asian Arms, Part I

Important May 8th Collection of Asian Arms, Part I

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Important May 8th Collection of Asian Arms, Part I

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A Prominent, Fresh to Market Collection of Antique Asian Arms. This Auction will include part I of the entire David Schmiedt Collection. We are very humbled and excited to facilitate the sale of such an impressive estate. Mr. Schmiedt, internationally known, prominent collector, out of California have been actively and passionately gathering priceless artifacts from All Over the World for period over 30+ years . The collection includes some exceptionally rare and fine quality examples of Indonesian and Philippine Weaponry Art with mega-rare Damascus steel patterned blades and exquisite mounts, almost never encountered on the market. Some Fantastic Kris, Keris, Barong, Kampilan, Mandau, Balato & Parang Jimpul examples that will Blow any Collector's Mind ! Also a number of High Quality Ottoman and Indo-Persian sabers with fine Wootz blades, as well as some rare examples of Large Tribal Shields and Armor, Spears, Clubs, Dayak Headhunter's Skull displays & Fantastic carved wood Keris-holder statues. This phenomenal sale is a Once in a Lifetime opportunity to put together a Superb... Show more
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Late 19th C. African Ethiopian GURADE Curved Sword ~ Large Silver Coin Pommel

Lot # 152 (Sale Order: 151 of 298)      

A classic form of sword from Ethiopia referred to as a gurade, this curved sword isa well-known style of sword introduced in the 19th century and often mounted with impor...moretedEuropean blades. This example in the Schmiedt Collection is of typical form with a handle of classic form with a mirrored flared pommel and crossguard with a tubular cross section, thoughsustaining some damage to the pommel. The scabbard is hardened leather.The blade of this sword is single edged and appears to have the profile of early 19th centuryFrench blades. These blades were traded to Ethiopia, or Abyssinia as it was known during the19th century, or may have been captured during the Napoleonic wars period and traded furthersouth from Egypt. The gurade was a sword used by officers often on horseback and as suchrelatively fewer were made. These swords were used as late as the Battle of Adwa in 1896where the army of Menelik II defeated an Italian invasion force as depicted in a Ethiopianpainting contemporary with the battle and now in the British Museum. The commander of theEthiopian forces, fitaurari (brigadier general) Gabbayyahu, mounted on a dark brown horse, iswearing an honorific lion skin cape and headdress. In his right hand he holds a sword with along, curved gurade with the distinctive Ethiopian handle. Below him is a mounted officercarrying a circular hide shield covered with velvet and silver.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 37" Blade Length : 32 3/4" References:1. Stone, G. C. (1934). A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration, and Use of Arms andArmor in All Countries and in All Times. Mineola NY: Dover Publications.2. Spring, Christopher (1993). African arms and armour. British Museum Press.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Very Good African Sudanese Arabic KASKARA Sword with Silver Mounted Scabbard.

Lot # 153 (Sale Order: 152 of 298)      

This sword is characteristic of the swords of Sudan, Darfur, Kanem-Bornu (Chad) and Nubia andis currently referred to as a kaskara. The kaskara is a broadsword, with a lo...moreng straight blade witha central grove with two cutting edges. The cruciform hilt has a straight cross guard with twolanguets. The quillons are often flared and usually are long, straight and end in a T-shaped form.The crossguard center has upper and lower languets. The wooden grip is usually wrapped withleather such as this example and with a disc shaped pommel. These swords are usually one yardin length. There are some regional differences in the types of kaskara especially with respect tothe form of the crossguard.This example in the Schmiedt Collection is an example with a distinct style of blade known inboth Ethiopia and the Sudan with talismanic inscriptions. The crossguard of this sword mostclosely resembles the style of crossguard called the "Mutamaan" which has a diamond shape atthe ends, but with eight facets, hence the name deriving from the Arabic word for eight,tamaanye. The blade of this sword, attributed in the Schmiedt Collection has a locally madeblade with a three thin full length fullers etched with non-decipherable symbols likely oftalismanic significance. This type of blade is called khar hongoog (straw canal). Sudaneseblades often have inscriptions in Arabic thuluth script etched onto the blades, but there is asubset of blades where the smith decided to provide the same effect but without any legible set ofwritings. Most often inscriptions are religious in nature from the Quran, but also these weaponssometimes bear the names of places of production like Omdurman and manufacturing dates.These calligraphic ornamentations were placed purposefully and even the interpretations such asthose on this blade, acted in general as magical and symbolic elements. This blade also has adistinct chiseled symbol of a rampant lion called a Dukare affringe.The scabbard is a good quality example mounted with silver fittings an enlarged bouterolle.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 43 1/2" Blade Length : 39 1/2"References:1. Stone, G. C. (1934). A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration, and Use of Arms andArmor in All Countries and in All Times. Mineola NY: Dover Publications.2. Spring, Christopher (1993). African arms and armour. British Museum Press3. Pradines, Stephane & Khorasani, Manouchehr. (2018). SUFI IN WAR: PERSIAN INFLUENCEON AFRICAN WEAPONRY IN 19TH CENTURY MAHDIST SUDAN.4. Hunley, E. (1984) The Social Economics of Small Craft Production: The Sword andKnife Makers of Kassala, Eastern Sudan. Dissertation. State University of New York atBinghamton5. Hunley. E. “The Sudanese Kaskara Sword in Silver Dress.”Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Large 19th - early 20th C. African Tribal Cowhide War Shield

Lot # 154 (Sale Order: 153 of 298)      

Large 19th - early 20th C. African Tribal Cowhide War Shield.Total size : 49 1/2" x 22 1/2"Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional inf...moreormation, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com.

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Large 19th - early 20th C. African Tribal Cowhide War Shield

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Large 19th - early 20th C. African Tribal Cowhide War Shield.Total size : 45" x 22 1/2"Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional informa...moretion, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Rare 19th-early 20th C. Provenanced Magsabil BARONG Sword ~ Mindanao, Philippines ~ Historically Rec

Lot # 156 (Sale Order: 155 of 298)      

This is a classic sword of the Moro people of the southern Philippines and of the Sulu Sultanatearea called a barong. These swords have a distinctive form that is specifi...morec to this region of SouthEast Asia and the southern Philippines, though it is believed that they are related to theIndonesian badik knife, though in a greatly expanded and enlarged form.The barong has a distinct leaf shaped blade which is an effective cutting and slicing form, andmay be used for stabbing depending on the profile the smith develops. Barong blades are oftenthick and heavy with the weight aiding in the slicing capability of this sword.This example in the Schmiedt Collection is a simple fighting example, though of finer than usualconstruction with a long silver ferule, associated with the Tausug Moros, and a good fightingform pommel. The distinguishing feature of this sword is the exceptional provenance asindicated the old collection tag which notes that this barong was taken from a Juramentadoduring the rite of Magsabil by a Philippine Scout in 1907. Following the end of the Spanish-American war in 1902, the American armed forces and Philippine allies fought a continuous war,known as the Philippine-American war or the Philippine Insurrection against groups across thePhilippines. The Moros in particular resisted American rule, as they had Spanish rule before theAmericans, but the firepower of the American occupation force pushed many Moro men, andsome women, to become candidates known as mag-sabil or those "who endure the pangs ofdeath." These warriors would rush into crowds and areas with American and Philippine soldiersand purposefully try to kill and wound as many as possible knowing that they would be killed.After a Moro youth took an oath on the Quran, he or she became a juramentado. They wouldtake a ritual bath, shave all their hair, and a strong band was wrapped firmly around the waist,and cords wrapped tightly around the genitals, ankles, knees, upper thighs, wrists, elbows, andshoulders, to restrict the blood flow and prevent the mag-sabil from losing too much blood frominjury before accomplishing their task. They would dress in a white robe and turban, and mostoften they wield a barong.At the moment of attack, the mag-sabil would approach a large group of Christians, shout "La ilaha il-la'l-lahu" ("There is no god but Allah"), draw their barong and then rush into the groupswinging the barong, killing and maiming as many victims as possible in the time he had left. At the time this barong would have been collected in 1907, there were many such incidents. A U.S. Congressional Report of a later period documents many such juramentado incidents noting thatJuramentados still terrorized Army posts and eternal vigilance and quick straight shooting is theonly chance against them. There is no defense against juramentados. It further notes just one, ofmany such incidents and which would have been indicative of the kinds of scenes that this barong would have been used in.April 6 1907 one of these ran the streets of Jolo and dropped three soldiers of the Fourth Cavalry before guards bullets sent him to Paradise. Further research in the U.S. Army rolls forthe Philippine service may identify the Sgt. Brewster identified in the collection note.Owner's note: Moro Jurumentado Barong: This barong was taken from a Sulu Moro who was killed during the rite of Magsabil. Magsabil was the Moro equivalent of the Japanese Kami-Kaze, the object being to kill as many Christians as possible therefore guaranteeing an immediateascension to paradise. The old collection tape on the blade reads "Barong of the savage Moro. Taken from the Mag sabil devil Mahamet by Scout at Parang (a town on the main island of Sulu)and given to Sgt. Brewster, 1907".Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 24" Blade Length : 18 1/4". References:1. Cato, R. (1996) Moro swords. Graham Brash: Singapore.2. Casal, G. et al, (1981) The People and Art of the Philippines, UCLA Museum ofCultural History.3. Combes, F. (1667) Historia de Mindanao y Joló, por el p. Francisco Combés ... Obrapublicada en Madrid en 1667, y que ahora con la colaboración del p. Pablo Pastells ...saca nuevamente á luz W. E. Retana. Madrid: [Viuda de M. Minuesa de los Rios].4. Krieger, H. W. (1926). The collection of primitive weapons and armor of thePhilippine islands in the United States National museum. Washington: Govt. Print.Off..5. Macao Museum of Art. (2007). History of Steel in East Asia. Macao Museum of Art.Macau6. Tom, P. (2001) Notable sabers of the Qing Dynasty at Metropolitan Museum of Art.The Metropolitan Museum Journal. 367. Hurley, V. (1936). Swish of the Kris; The Story of the Moros. E.P. Hutton8. Philippine Uprisings and Campaigns from July 5, 1902 to December 31, 1913:Hearing ... Seventy-sixth Congress, Third Session, on H.R. 7693, a Bill GrantingPensions and Increase of Pensions to Certain Soldiers, Sailors, and Marines whoServed in the Philippine Uprisings and Campaigns f

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Rare Early 20th C. Indonesian Sulawesi TORAJA Armor Vest.

Lot # 157 (Sale Order: 156 of 298)      

A rare form of an Indonesian armor from the Toraja people, this kind of armor ismade of materials found in nature. Older examples consist of fish scales and tree bark suc...moreh asthose found in the Pitt Rivers Museum, Oxford. The larger fish scales are attached to the lowervest with split rattan fibers, the smaller ones with a fixed string made from plant fibers. Thelower vest consists of interwoven layers of tree bark. Other examples in the Leiden Museum,Netherland made of tree bark or buffalo skin and cut in a similarmanner to the Schmiedt Collection example and are attributed to the Toraja people of Sulawesi.These armored vests are part of the traditional warrior's regalia of the Toraja of upland Sulawesi.The vest consists of a rattan and plant fiber backing to which armored plates are sewn. At onelevel these costumes provided warriors with actual armor. At another, the ensemble afforded thewarrior a number of magical amulets for repelling the mystical threats of enemy warriors andmagicians: the helmet that is worn with such vests is topped with buffalo horns, symbolizingluck and success, and the panels on the armor have magical protective qualities.For some time, the primary use of armored vests in the Tana Toraja has been ritual orceremonial. Warrior dances are a key part of ceremonial water buffalo and pig exchange and ofthe elaborate funeral rituals of the Toraja. Relationships between families were expressedthrough blood, marriage, and shared ancestral houses, and sealed by the exchange of waterbuffalo and pigs on ritual occasions. Such exchanges not only build political and cultural tiesbetween families but help define each person's place in a social hierarchy: who pours palm wine,who wraps a corpse and prepares offerings (perhaps the most important Torajan ritual acts),where each person can or cannot sit, what dishes should be used or avoided, and even what pieceof meat constitutes one's share in a communal feast.This example in the Schmiedt Collection is in fine condition with well-toned bark or leather scales. The vest open in the front and with two shoulder straps. The scales appear to be securedon a rattan backing. First half of 20th century, not a common example.Comparable auction sale:https://sothebyshome.com/antique-bone-armor-of-the-indonesian-toraja-warriors-acc-36177-24219.htmlReferences:1. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Very Good 19th C. Mindanao KURAB-a-KULANG Philippine Moro Armor ~ Horn Scales with Heavy Brass Chain

Lot # 158 (Sale Order: 157 of 298)      

A distinct form of a Philippine Moroarmor. This style of armor is called kurab-akulang,and is made of plates of carabao hornlinked with brass or iron chainmail and oftenm...moreounted with silver clasps inspired by Japaneseand Chinese examples chainmail. Thedistinctiveness of these Moro armors have beenattributed to a wide variety of influences from thepotential influence of Islamic (primarily Indian)chainmail that may have reached the MoroMuslims through trade links with south Asia butalso to Spanish armors that would have beenencountered during the Spanish colonization periodin the 17th-19th centuries.This kind of defensive armor was exclusive to theMoros as it was not found among any of the otherPhilippine groups. Native artisans copied thosecoats of armor captured from the Spanish but weremade from materials in their own environment suchas the carabao horn. On ornaments of wroughtsilver, they would employ local decorative motifsdistinctive of the ukkil: scroll work, leaves,climbing plants, etc., although the links of thechains were known in the islands since the 10thcentury.The armor in the Schmiedt Collection is a classicexample and composed of piece of carabao hornlinked with brass links. There are some limiteddamages to the links and the plates, but the armor isin fine condition otherwise.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : Blade Length : Comparable auction sale:https://www.christies.com/lotfinder/Lot/a-moro-suit-of-armour-mindanao-philippines-5422217-details.aspxReferences:1. Krieger, H. (1926) The Collection of Primitive Weapons and Armor of the PhilippineIslands in the United States National Museum. Smithsonian Institution; United StatesNational Museum, Bulletin 137.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Late 19th - early 20th C. Indonesian Sumatra, Minangkabau KERIS Dagger.

Lot # 159 (Sale Order: 158 of 298)      

Keris from Sumatra have a distinct form and are most often associated with aparticular handle form referred to as a Jawa Demam hilt. The origin of this form are unknownbu...moret the general form is a highly abstracted crouching figure, the term itself translates as “feverstricken.” Commentators have noted that its origin may be as varied as a representation of theHindu bird god Garuda (which can be found on other Indonesian origin hilts in Madura forexample), whether it is a representation of an earlier Majapahit period hilt, or a variation on acockatoo which is otherwise found represented in Malay and Indonesian hilts. Regardless of theorigin it is consistently a striking form closest in approximation to modern art’s abstract humanforms. Some of the forms differ in their approximation, whereas some look more like an abstractversion of a human, other such as this example are closer to the cockatoo form with the crestclearly represented on this example.This example in the Schmiedt Collection is a fine representation of this jawa demam hilt with apolished hilt and a brass mendak. The sheath is simple but made of finely pattern wood with arich chatoyancy, which was often much prized for the quality of grain and lustre.The blade is finely crafted and with a 7 luk waved form, and displaying a finely patterned pamorwith a deep etch, likely from the use of traditional etchants such as arsenic. The pamorapproximates the form called kutha mesir at the base with a circular pattern and then a randomform that be approximated as kulit semangka.Overall likely first half of 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 16" Blade Length : 13"References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Good Indonesian Surakarta, Java KERIS Dagger ~ Layered Damascus Blade ~ First Half of 20th C.

Lot # 160 (Sale Order: 159 of 298)      

Javanese keris, are some of the most highly variegated objects in the world of arms and armor.Despite maintaining a distinct overall form and shape, the variation, in par...moreticular of the style ofblades is greater than any other arms and armor culture. The most classic style of hilt is from theRoyal Palaces of Surakarta in central Java and called a cecekan hilt in the Yudo Winatan style.This hilt has seven flat planar sides, with two carvings at internal angles of the hilt. The onenearest the pommel represents the kala mask, a benevolent demon and the small protrusion in thecarving called a kuncung represents a nose. Another form closely related in form is from thePalaces of Yogyakarta and is referred to as a Nunggak Semi shape, but also has the distinctivecarvings on the inside angles of the handle, though generally does not have kuncung carving.abstract.This example in the Schmiedt collection is a Javanese Keris of cecekan form in the Surakartastyle, Yudo Winatan. The old straight blade called dapor sabuk inten (Ki Empu Jhuel). Thepamor is mayat miring with straight lines running the length of the blade. The blade shape has apowerful appearance from age and wear but retaining a thick stiffness often lacking on Javaneseblades. The mendak (cuff) between hilt and blade missing. The wooden warangka (scabbardthroat) of Ladrang style in the Surakarta form and with a fine chatoyancy. The embossed brasswindowed metal pendok, (scabbard sheath) over a wooden gandar (body).Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 19" Blade Length : 14 1/4" References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Maisey, A. Dhapur and pamor according to Djeno Harumbrojo, Jogjakarta.Kerisattosanaji8. Marval, G.de. (1994) UKIRAN - Essai de classification des poignées de kris de l'archipelindonésien.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Nice Indonesian Surakarta, Java KERIS Dagger ~ Layered Damascus Blade ~ First Half of 20th C.

Lot # 161 (Sale Order: 160 of 298)      

Javanese keris, are some of the most highly variegated objects in the world of arms and armor.Despite maintaining a distinct overall form and shape, the variation, in par...moreticular of the style ofblades is greater than any other arms and armor culture. The most classic style of hilt is from theRoyal Palaces of Surakarta in central Java and called a cecekan hilt in the Yudo Winatan style.This hilt has seven flat planar sides, with two carvings at internal angles of the hilt. The onenearest the pommel represents the kala mask, a benevolent demon and the small protrusion in thecarving called a kuncung represents a nose. Another form closely related in form is from thePalaces of Yogyakarta and is referred to as a Nunggak Semi shape, but also has the distinctivecarvings on the inside angles of the handle, though generally does not have kuncung carving.This example in the Schmiedt collection is a relatively simple dress Javanese keris of cecekanform in the Surakarta style, Yudo Winatan. The straight blade called dapor sabuk inten (KiEmpu Jhuel). The pamor is adeg with straight lines running the length of the blade. The mendak(cuff) in filigreed silver. The warangka (scabbard throat) of Ladrang style in the Surakartaform with a rich chatoyancy and with a windowed gilt brass metal pendok, (scabbard sheath)over a wooden gandar (body).First half of 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : Blade Length : References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Maisey, A. Dhapur and pamor according to Djeno Harumbrojo, Jogjakarta.Kerisattosanaji8. Marval, G.de. (1994) UKIRAN - Essai de classification des poignées de kris de l'archipelindonésien.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Very Fine 19th C. Indonesian Cirebon, Java KERIS Dagger ~ Solid Gold Applications ~ Fine Carved Grip

Lot # 162 (Sale Order: 161 of 298)      

Javanese keris, are some of the most highly variegated objects in the world of arms and armor.Despite maintaining a distinct overall form and shape, the variation, in par...moreticular of the style ofblades is greater than any other arms and armor culture. While the most classic style of Javanesehilt is from Surakarta and Yogyakarta and is called a cecekan ukiran, hilt, with seven planarsides, other hilts from the island of Java include hilts from Cirebon which have figural formsgenerally covered in carved floral scrollwork. These hilts have been considered to be the imageof Bhima, the hero of the Hindu Mahabharata epics, or of a Garuda. Other explanations for thegrotesque forms is that the figures represent a being called a pulungan, or a demon like creature,similar to the raksasa of Bali and other parts of Java. The raksasa figure is often found onIndonesian keris and represents a type of demon or goblin from Hindu mythology. Raksasashave the power to change their shape at will and appear as animals, as monsters, and are oftenrepresented as fanged beings with bulging eyes.This example in the Schmiedt collection is a fine old example of a Cirebon keris with a hilt in thepulungan form, entirely carved with scrollwork showing a long nose (similar to the Wayangfigures on other keris hilts) and with a fine patina indicating a 19th century or earlier form. The11 luk blade likewise is an old form of dapor carita prasaja with a pamor potentially beras wutahor ngulit semangka, watermelon skin. The sheath of one piece of wood with a rich chatoyancy,an indication of high quality construction, with a warangka (scabbard throat) of Ladrang style in the Cirebon Iras Sarung form.Later 19th century, an Exquisite quality example.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 17 1/2" Blade Length : 13 3/4"References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Maisey, A. Dhapur and pamor according to Djeno Harumbrojo, Jogjakarta.Kerisattosanaji8. Marval, G.de. (1994) UKIRAN - Essai de classification des poignées de kris de l'archipelindonésien.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Rare Indonesian Surakarta, Java KERIS Dagger ~ Fine Carved Damascus Blade ~ Silver Mounted Scabbard.

Lot # 163 (Sale Order: 162 of 298)      

Javanese keris, are some of the most highly variegated objects in the world of arms and armor.Despite maintaining a distinct overall form and shape, the variation, in par...moreticular of the style ofblades is greater than any other arms and armor culture. The most classic style of hilt is from theRoyal Palaces of Surakarta in central Java and called a cecekan hilt in the Yudo Winatan style.This hilt has seven flat planar sides, with two carvings at internal angles of the hilt. The onenearest the pommel represents the kala mask, a benevolent demon and the small protrusion in thecarving called a kuncung represents a nose. Another form closely related in form is from thePalaces of Yogyakarta and is referred to as a Nunggak Semi shape, but also has the distinctivecarvings on the inside angles of the handle, though generally does not have kuncung carving.This example in the Schmiedt collection is a very fine quality Javanese Keris of cecekan form inthe Surakarta style, Yudo Winatan. The ukiran, hilt, displays a higher level of carving includingon the obverse of the internal carvings which is usually flat and uncarved. The 13 luk bladecalled dapor naga bongkokan (Ki Empu Jhuel). The pamor is dhadhung muntir with a thickstraight multi-lamellar line flowing the middle portion of the blade. The base of blade is carvedwith a naga serpent in a horizontal fashion, rare in form as most naga are carved with the headforming the gandik and the tail flowing up the blade in the middle portion. The mendak (cuff) infiligreed silver. The wooden warangka (scabbard throat) of Ladrang style in the Surakartaform with a rich shimmery chatoyancy and with a windowed gilt brass metal pendok with acentral portion in carved and embossed silver showing the emblem of the Surakarta Kraton.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 20 1/2" Blade Length : 15 1/2" References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Maisey, A. Dhapur and pamor according to Djeno Harumbrojo, Jogjakarta.Kerisattosanaji8. Marval, G.de. (1994) UKIRAN - Essai de classification des poignées de kris de l'archipelindonésien.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Very Fine Indonesian Surakarta, Java KERIS Dagger ~ Gold & Diamonds Decorations ~ First Half of 20th

Lot # 164 (Sale Order: 163 of 298)      

Javanese keris, are some of the most highly variegated objects in the world of arms and armor.Despite maintaining a distinct overall form and shape, the variation, in par...moreticular of the style ofblades is greater than any other arms and armor culture. The most classic style of hilt is from theRoyal Palaces of Surakarta in central Java and called a cecekan hilt in the Yudo Winatan style.This hilt has seven flat planar sides, with two carvings at internal angles of the hilt. The onenearest the pommel represents the kala mask, a benevolent demon and the small protrusion in thecarving called a kuncung represents a nose. Another form closely related in form is from thePalaces of Yogyakarta and is referred to as a Nunggak Semi shape, but also has the distinctivecarvings on the inside angles of the handle, though generally does not have kuncung carving.This example in the Schmiedt collection is a superb quality Javanese keris of cecekan form in theSurakarta style, Yudo Winatan. The overall quality is of a high quality royal example,potentially for wear by a royal courtier. The hilt displays a high quality of refinement in thecarving and is mounted with a classic Surakarta Javanese selut of chiseled gilt metal inlaid withintan intan diamonds or rock crystals. The mendak is decorated en suite with the selut withinlaid stones. The 9 luk blade called dapor carang soka (Ki Empu Jhuel). The pamor is sodosaler with a thick straight pattern flowing in the middle portion of the blade. The base of blade isdecorated with gold at the gandik and the ganja. The wooden warangka (scabbard throat) of Ladrang style in the Surakarta form finely polished and with a rich chatoyancy. The gandarmounted with a windowed gilt brass metal pendok with a central portion in embossed gilded metal.Beautiful quality example, first half of 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 20 1/2" Blade Length : 15" References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Maisey, A. Dhapur and pamor according to Djeno Harumbrojo, Jogjakarta.Kerisattosanaji8. Marval, G.de. (1994) UKIRAN - Essai de classification des poignées de kris de l'archipelindonésien.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Rare and Fine Indonesian Sumatra, Bali KERIS Dagger ~ Fossil Mammoth Tooth Grip ~ Exquisite Gilt Sil

Lot # 165 (Sale Order: 164 of 298)      

Keris from Sumatra have a distinct form and are most often associated with aparticular handle form referred to as a Jawa Demam hilt. The origin of this form are unknownbu...moret the general form is a highly abstracted crouching figure, and the term itself translates as“fever stricken.” Commentators have noted that its origin may be as varied as a representation ofthe Hindu bird god Garuda (which can be found on other Indonesian origin hilts in Madura forexample), or as a representation of an earlier Majapahit period hilt, or a variation on a cockatoowhich is otherwise found represented in Malay and Indonesian hilts. Regardless of the origin itis consistently a striking form closest in approximation to modern art abstract human forms.Some of the forms differ in their design and this example seems to more resemble a humanoidfigure than others which sometimes look closer to a bird like creature. Keris also are oftencomposed of elements from different regions. In this case, a Balinese style scabbard is pairedwith a Sumatran or Malay Jawa Demam hilt. The Balinese style scabbard is distinctive as abovethe silver pendok sheath, encasing the longer portion of the scabbard, is the face of a kali or a kirtimukha.This example in the Schmiedt Collection is a fine representation of a Sumatran jawa demam hiltwith a finely carved and aged hilt and a Sumatran style stem and cup mendak. The sheath has afinely carved wooden oblate wrangka in the Balinese mango seed form and with a Bali or Maduran style silver chiseled floral designed pendok (sheath covering the long portion of thescabbard where the blade sits).The blade is finely crafted with a 5 luk form, or a dhapur Pandawa Cinarita (Irwan Antiques) anddisplaying a finely patterned pamor with a deep etch, likely from the use of traditional etchantssuch as arsenic. The pamor approximates the form called kulit semangka, or watermelon skin.Exceptional example dating from first half of 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 20 1/2" Blade Length : 17 1/4"References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Irwan Antiques. The Indonesian Heritage.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Very Fine Indonesian Surakarta, Java KERIS Sword ~ Fossil Mammoth Tooth Mounts ~ Very Rare.

Lot # 166 (Sale Order: 165 of 298)      

Javanese keris, are some of the most highly variegated objects in the world of arms and armor.Despite maintaining a distinct overall form and shape, the variation, in par...moreticular of the style ofblades is greater than any other arms and armor culture. The general form is distinctive with anasymmetrical blade and handle, called ukiran. The earliest known keris go back to the tenthcentury and most probably spread from the island of Java throughout South-East Asia. Kerisblades are usually narrow with a wide, asymmetrical base. A keris’ aesthetic value is primarily inthe dhapur, or the form and design of the blade, with approximately 40 variants (UNESCO), thepamor (the pattern of metal alloy decoration on the blade, with approximately 120 variants), andthe tangguh referring to the age and origin of a keris. Keris were worn everyday and at specialceremonies, and heirloom blades, called pusaka, are handed down through successivegenerations.On Javanese keris, the most classic style of hilt is from the Royal Palaces of Surakarta in centralJava and called a cecekan hilt in the Yudo Winatan style. This hilt has seven flat planar sides,with two carvings at internal angles of the hilt. The one nearest the pommel represents the kalamask, a benevolent demon and the small protrusion in the carving called a kuncung represents anose. Another form closely related in form is from the Palaces of Yogyakarta and is referred toas a Nunggak Semi shape, but also has the distinctive carvings on the inside angles of the handle,though generally does not have kuncung carving.This example in the Schmiedt collection is a superb quality Javanese Keris with a cecekan hilt form in the Surakarta style, Yudo Winatan. The overall high overall quality is indicated through the matched carved ukiran and wrangka with a fine aged patina. The hilt displays a fine quality of refinement in the carving and is mounted with a classic Surakarta Javanese mendak in filigreed silver. The 13 luk blade called dapor lung gandhu (Ki Empu Jhuel). The pamor is ngulit semangka, or watermelon skin, and the blade displays significant age with a worn surface from etching. The warangka (scabbard throat) of Gayaman style in the Surakarta form and with a chiseled silver pendok with floral designs.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 20" Blade Length : 14" References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Maisey, A. Dhapur and pamor according to Djeno Harumbrojo, Jogjakarta.Kerisattosanaji8. Marval, G.de. (1994) UKIRAN - Essai de classification des poignées de kris de l'archipelindonésien9. UNESCO. Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

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Rare and Fine Indonesian Sumatra, Bali KERIS Dagger ~ Fossil Mammoth Tooth Grip ~ Exquisite Silver M

Lot # 167 (Sale Order: 166 of 298)      

Keris from Sumatra have a distinct form and are most often associated with aparticular handle form referred to as a Jawa Demam hilt. The origin of this form are unknownbu...moret the general form is a highly abstracted crouching figure, with the term translating as “feverstricken.” The origin of the figure may be a representation of the Hindu bird god Garuda (whichcan be found on other Indonesian origin hilts in Madura for example), a representation of anearlier Majapahit period hilt, or a variation on a cockatoo which is otherwise found in Malay andIndonesian hilts. Some of the forms differ in their approximation, where some look more like anabstract version of a human such as this example. Other distinct elements of Sumatran keris alsoassociated with Minangkabau are sheaths with distinct enlarged portions at the bottom of thesheath opposite the flared opening, or wrangka, and which are referred to as buntut. Often thesesheaths would be covered in embossed silver in with varying floral designs.This example in the Schmiedt Collection is a fine representation of a type of jawa demam hiltwith a finely aged and polished hilt and a carved floral multi-petal mendak. The sheath has aclassic Sumatra form, with a long thin gandar with an especially finely chiseled cover in floraldesigns and with an enlarged silver embossed buntut. The blade is a finely crafted straight form,with a deeply etched pamor, likely from the use of traditional etchants such as arsenic. Thepamor approximates the form called Adeg at the edges, showing a straight linear pattern, andthen a random form that may be approximated as kulit semangka.First half of 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 21" Blade Length : 14 3/4"References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Beautiful Malaysian KERIS Dagger ~ Pattani, Thailand ~ Fine Silver Mounts ~ Rare Damascus Pattern ~

Lot # 168 (Sale Order: 167 of 298)      

Keris from the Pattani area of Thailand and the Terengganu and Kelantan region of Malaysia display a most distinct form of hilt called a tajong hilt, and also known as a ...morepekaka, Pattani, or Kingfisher keris. This form of hilt is classically found on warrior’s keris, called Tajong keris, of the Malaysian royal families. While it often described a Kingfisher hilt, due to the superficial similarity with the Kingfisher bird, the hilt actually reflects a stylized figure from the Wayang Kulit shadow theatre so popular across the Indonesian Archipelago. Other sources have ascribed an origin to the figure as the Hindu god Lord Shiva. However, the hilt is most characteristic with a smooth upturned nose, cheeks decorated with geometric patterns, and with scrolls and floral carving throughout the body.This example in the Schmiedt Collection is a rare quality form of the Tajong hilt, finely made in silver with a fine worn patina. The scabbard is in the Sumatran/Malay style often associated with there keris and is beautifully crafted with a chiseled silver cover over the longer portion of the sheath, carved with classic floral designs from the region. The enlarged buntut terminates the sheath with a barber pole repousse design reminiscent of Malay work.The blade is a rare 15 luk form called a dhapur rangga wilah and with a pamor with a strongly etched pattern. The pamor appears to have a few elements with a straight linear pattern adeg towards the edges and a more random beras wutah pattern in the middle. The blade also has a series of inclusions that due to their spacing and quality may be purposeful, and appear as large silvery spots distinct from the other pamor.Beautiful example dating from first half of 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 23 1/4" Blade Length : 19 1/4" References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATA TRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago. Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Weihrauch, A., Kloubert, U. and Aljunied, A. (2017)The Gods & the Forge: Balinese Ceremonial Blades- The Gods & the Forge in a Cultural Context. IFICAH8. Maisey, A. Dhapur and pamor according to Djeno Harumbrojo, Jogjakarta. Kerisattosanaji.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Fine Indonesian Bali Bugis KERIS Dagger ~ Elaborate Silver Mounts ~ Strong Damascus Blade of Rare Pa

Lot # 169 (Sale Order: 168 of 298)      

Keris from the southern Sulawesi region of Bugis have a distinctive look and design. Handles are often carved of various materials or cast in precious materials such as s...moreilver or gold and set at a ninety degree angle in the form of a pistol grip. These handles are referred to as a kerdas form. While in this example, the hilt displays the Bugis form in cast and chiseled silver with fine floral decoration, the wrangka is a Balinese form with a large boat shaped mouth piece in a rounded batun poh shape (mango-seed) called "gayaman" in Javanese. The keris played a particularly important role in Balinese society and standing as a pusaka, a powerful sanctified heirloom and serving as a strong marker of socio-economic status, a keris could only be made by Pande blacksmiths who claimed status higher than that of a Brahman.This example in the Schmiedt Collection is a fine representation of a cross-cultural form likely indicating the idiosyncrasies of the commissioner. The hilt is in the classic Bugis pistol-grip form, while the sheath is in the Balinese style, with a very finely chiseled silver pendok (decoration covering the sheath wood itself).The blade is a well-crafted 9 luk form, with a polished etched pamor in the more typical Balinese form. The pamor is beautifully crafted with a dual pattern, with what appears to be sulur ringin in the middle with straight lines called Adeg along the edges.Overall first half of 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 23" Blade Length : 16 1/4"References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATA TRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago. Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Weihrauch, A., Kloubert, U. and Aljunied, A. (2017)The Gods & the Forge: Balinese Ceremonial Blades- The Gods & the Forge in a Cultural Context. IFICAH8. Neka, W. S. (2014) Understanding Balinese Keris: An Insiders Perspective. Neka Art Museum.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Large and Fine Silver Mounted 19th C. Indonesian Bali KERIS Dagger ~ Superb Damascus Blade.

Lot # 170 (Sale Order: 169 of 298)      

Keris from Bali are considered some of the finest among the Indonesian archipelago. As a Hindu society, the influences on the Balinese keris survived the Islamicization a...morend abstraction of form and design found elsewhere in the region, with some exceptions. As a result, Balinese keris often have hilts carved with richly designed Hindu deities in more realistic manner than the more the stylized interpretations found in other parts of the region, such as the highly stylized Garuda imagery of the Bugis or Sumatra. Other forms of hilts are simpler in design and would have been used by the warrior class and commoners such as a planar form called danganan bebondolan named for the resemblance to the common bondol, or weaver bird. Another form of handle is a distinct cylindrical form is called danganan grantim. The keris played a particularly important role in Balinese society, is used as a ritual tool in almost every Balinese religious ceremony. The historical development of the Balinese keris is related to the origination of the keris in the early part of the 2nd millennium A.D. and which spread to Bali from the east Javanese kingdom of Kedhiri from the 11th-13th centuries. The Majaphit conquest of Bali in 1343 especially influenced the development of the keris in Balinese society.This example in the Schmiedt Collection is a fine representation of a classic Balinese form in the form of a demon or raksasa carved in silver. The demon with bulging eyes and belly and fangs, indicative of the type, while sitting upon the tumpal triangular forms. The carved black wood wrangka of the form called senget, and with a pendok, or sheath ornament, entirely in chiseled silver with floral designs.Overall 19th to early 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 25 3/4" Blade Length : 20"References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATA TRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago. Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Weihrauch, A., Kloubert, U. and Aljunied, A. (2017)The Gods & the Forge: Balinese Ceremonial Blades- The Gods & the Forge in a Cultural Context. IFICAH8. Neka, W. S. (2014) Understanding Balinese Keris: An Insiders Perspective. Neka Art MuseumDetailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Very Good Indonesian Sumatra, Kelamantan KERIS Dagger ~ Fine Silver Mounts ~ Rare 33 Luk Damascus Bl

Lot # 171 (Sale Order: 170 of 298)      

Keris from Sumatra or Kelamantan area display a variety of stylistic attributes. Inthis example, the hilt is formed in the style of a highly stylised Garuda. The hilt for...morem may befrom the Pattani area in Kelamantan. As the area was Islamized, the Hindu god Garuda wasmodified to the point where it took on the shape of a seated or squatting humanoid figure. Thefloral and geometric patterned design along with excellent silversmithing combine to create avery well modeled keris handle. A similar Wayang figure is depicted on a keris handle in theHouston Museum of Fine Arts (Acc. No. 2004.2273). The figure is sitting upon a series oftumpal, or the alternating triangles found at the base of the hilt, and representing the ancientIndonesian symbol of the mountain, the tree of life, and the male and female principles. Thescabbard is in the Sumatran style with a Sumatran Tengah wrangka form in wood with a richchatoyancy, with a long silver sheath covering chiseled with floral designs and an enlargedbuntut.The blade is a rare and finely crafted 33 luk form, with a finely patterned pamor with a deep etchin the Javanese style. Blades with this many luk do not have a formal term, or dhapur. Thepamor appears to be a mixure of thicker linear pattern called Tepen with elements of beraswutah, or a more random pattern. Alternately the linear pattern may also be termed Adeg.Early 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 20 1/4" Blade Length : 15 1/4"References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Weihrauch, A., Kloubert, U. and Aljunied, A. (2017)The Gods & the Forge: BalineseCeremonial Blades- The Gods & the Forge in a Cultural Context. IFICAH.8. Maisey, A. Dhapur and pamor according to Djeno Harumbrojo, Jogjakarta.Kerisattosanaji9. Neka, W. S. (2014) Understanding Balinese Keris: An Insiders Perspective. Neka ArtMuseumDetailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Fine Large Indonesian Bali KERIS Dagger ~ Silver Grip with Gemstones ~ Strong Damascus Blade of High

Lot # 172 (Sale Order: 171 of 298)      

Keris from Bali are considered some of the finest among the Indonesianarchipelago. As a Hindu society, the influences on the keris have survived the Islamicization ofform...more and design found elsewhere in the region, with some exceptions. As a result, Balinese kerisoften have hilts carved with richly interpreted Hindu deities in more realistic manner than themore the stylized interpretations found in other parts of the region. Other forms of hilts are moresimpler and would be used by the warrior class and commoners such as a form called danganangrantim. The keris in Bali has a significance that extends far beyond its importance as a weaponor its representative function which is not related to the influence of China and India on Balineseculture. Instead this prominent position in Balinese society is more closely aligned with oldAustronesian concepts and meaningful associations with inspired objects, as can be seen fromJapan to New Zealand (Weihrauch et al. 2017).This example in the Schmiedt Collection is an uncommon representation of a Balinese formcalled a danganan grantim or gerantiman but with more decorative elements including semipreciousinlaid stones. On Balinese hilts most often stone inlays include rubies, moonstone,topaz, other stones, and molded glass. The use of molded glass is also well known on Balinesekeris, including keris of the highest level of quality and royal objects, as the importance for thewearer of the keris was less the materials but the overall design and look. This hilt takes amodified interpretation of a classic grantim hilt with embossed silver representing the classic useof weaved silver or gold grantim hilt. The scabbard of this keris is however, not in the Balineseform but the Malay style with an enlarged buntut and chiseled silver pendok with a barber polestriped design.The straight blade of dhapur lurus form and with a linear pattern termed pamor adeg.Overall first half of 20th century, a very impressive large exmple.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 22 3/4" Blade Length : 15 3/4"References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z – Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS – SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Weihrauch, A., Kloubert, U. and Aljunied, A. (2017)The Gods & the Forge: BalineseCeremonial Blades- The Gods & the Forge in a Cultural Context. IFICAH8. Neka, W. S. (2014) Understanding Balinese Keris: An Insiders Perspective. Neka ArtMuseumDetailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Rare Indonesian Nias BALATO Sword ~ Dayak Headhunters ~ Early 20th C.

Lot # 173 (Sale Order: 172 of 298)      

A rare sword of the Nias islands near Sumatra, this sword is called a balato and isof the classic balato form but with the distinctive carved hilt in the form of a dragon...morehead called alasara. The balato is the classic and well recognized Nias warriors sword and comes in a varietyof shapes.This relatively typical balato has a form that relatively closely follows the lasara (dragon head)hilt form and which can be seen illustrated in Modigliani (1890) and Fischer (1909). While theclassic balato is considered to be a traditional headhunters sword the more common domesticknife of the Nias takes a similar form. The headhunters swords are distinguished by their longerblades, such as this example. The blades are generally not laminated and can have variousforms, the common factors are: a single edge that starts only a few centimeters from the hilt andmore or less widens to the point.The lasara carved hilts have been identified as multiple types of creatures. Some have likened itto the fantastic lawôlô bird (Horner 1849); other as the niôbawa lawôlô, an animal whosefunction is to increase the strength of the sabres owner (Schroder 1917); Modigliani sees aboar's head (1890); others interpret it as a Chinese dragon; and others as a makara, a dragonfish-elephant from Hindu-Javanese mythology and found throughout S.E. Asia (Viaro 2001).However, it is true regardless of the creature designation, the hilts were supposed to have aprotective function (lawôlô) for the owner of the sabre.The Schmiedt Collection example has a well carved and nicely patinated handle with a sculpturalcreature design carved in the pommel. The curled whorls likely represent boars tusks while thecreature sitting astride the pommel is called a bechu zocha, a spirit who hunts and feeds on men'sshadows, just as men feed on pigs. By sitting astride the pommel which is a representation of ananimal and biting the boar's head, he takes on the role of a man. This image can be regarded as atalisman working against the misfortunes that the bechu zocha spirit would ordinarily bring(Brenner-Felsach 1998). Because of the spirit's thirst for blood and its prominence on theheadhunter's sabre, the image was believed to have increased the warrior's strength.The scabbard is of two pieces of wood secured with strips of rattan, while the talismanic basket,raga ifoboaya, at the top of the scabbard is of classic shape and decorated with animal teeth in acurved form. The blade now pitted from age.Balato are difficult to date accurately, but considering the style of carving of the hilt and theoversized proportions of the bekhu figure this example likely dates to the early 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 28" Blade Length : 18 1/2" References:1. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books2. Viaro, M. A. (2001). Ceremonial sabres of nias headhunters in indonesia. Arts EtCultures, 3, 150-171.3. Fischer, H.W. (1909) Katalog des ethnographischen Reichsmuseums- Die Inseln ringsumSumatra, (vol. 4, Leiden)4. Modigiliani, E. (1890) Un viaggio a Nias.5. Brenner-Felsach, J.F. von (1998). Eine Reise nach Nias, die Indonesien expedition 1887,edited by Reinhold Mittersakschmöller. Vienna:6. Schroder, E. E.W. S. (1917) Nias: Ethnographische, geographische en historischeAanteekeningen en Studiën. 2 vols. Leiden: Brill,7. Horner, J. J. (1840). “Batoe-Eilanden, ten Westen van Sumatra gelegen.” In Tijdschriftvoor Neerland’s Indie. Batavia,Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Very Rare 19th-early 20th C. Indonesian Nias BALATO Headhunter's Sword.

Lot # 174 (Sale Order: 173 of 298)      

A rare sword of the Nias islands near Sumatra, this sword is called a balato and is of the classic balato form but with the distinctive carved hilt in the form of a drago...morenhead called a lasara. The balato is the classic and well recognized Nias warriors sword and comes in a variety of shapes. This earlier balato has a form that relatively closely follows the traditional lasara (dragon head) hilt and which can be seen illustrated in Modigliani (1890) and Fischer (1909) but which takes a simpler and earlier form without the fully carved lasara head or the bekhu figure. These earlier forms are considered to be earlier interpretations of the classic form by Modigliani (1890) and are illustrated in line drawings describing the earlier hilt styles.A similarly designed hilt to the Schmiedt Collection example can be found in the Museem fur Volkerkuunde, Netherlands, collected circa 1940, carved of wood similar to this example. Another rare form in the Wereldmuseum deviates also from the classic Lasara form though not exactly similar to the example in the Schmiedt Collection and which was itself collected circa 1887. Another example of direct comparison in hilt style but carved in wood is in the Musee de Quai Branly. The Schmiedt Collection example has a well carved and nicely patinated handle with the earlier more stylized lasara style hilt. These styles have been attributed to the North Nias, while the South Nias carved the more complex lasara hilts. This distinctive form of stylized lasara hilt is called a niotaka waena from the South Nias term for “a hilt as a swallow.” In this hilt the lips of the lasara mouth are stylized, flatly cut, and recede completely (Van Zonneveld 2001). The scabbard is of two pieces of wood secured with strips of rattan, while the talismanic basket, raga iföboaya, at the top of the scabbard is of classic shape and decorated with animal teeth in a curved form and appearing to be secured by natural fibers, which is an important indication of an earlier dating. The blade now with pitting from age. Balato are difficult to date accurately, but considering the simpler style of carving of the hilt, fine patina of the wood and the charm ball, and the use of nature fibers on the charm ball, this example likely predates the 1930s and may be a 19th century example.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 28 1/2" Blade Length : 20 1/2"Comparable sales:1.https://www.christies.com/lotfinder/lot_details/?intobjectid=50058342.https://www.sothebys.com/en/auctions/ecatalogue/2014/collection-murray-frum-oceanie-pf1438/lot.45.html3.https://www.sothebys.com/es/auctions/ecatalogue/2012/art-dafrique-et-docanie-pf1218/lot.32.html4.https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/24872/lot/72/5.https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/20973/lot/3230/References:1. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago. Leiden: Art Books2. Viaro, M. A. (2001). Ceremonial sabres of nias headhunters in indonesia. Arts Et Cultures, 3, 150-171.3. Fischer, H.W. (1909) Katalog des ethnographischen Reichsmuseums- Die Inseln ringsum Sumatra, (vol. 4, Leiden)4. Modigiliani, E. (1890) Un viaggio a Nias.

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Superb Indonesian Nias BALATO Sword (Telugu, Balatu Sebua) ~ Dayak Headhunters ~ Early 20th C.

Lot # 175 (Sale Order: 174 of 298)      

A rare sword of the Nias islands near Sumatra, this sword is called a balato and isof the classic Balato form but with the distinctive carved hilt in the form of a dragon...morehead called alasara. The Balato is the classic and well recognized Nias warriors sword and comes in a varietyof shapes.This relatively typical Balato has a form that relatively closely follows the lasara (dragon head)hilt and which can be seen illustrated in Modigliani (1890) and Fischer (1909). The blades aregenerally not laminated and can have various forms, the common factors are: a single edge thatstarts only a few centimeters from the hilt and more or less widening to the point.The lasara carved hilts have been identified as multiple types of creatures. Some have likened itto the fantastic lawôlô bird (Horner 1849); other as the niôbawa lawôlô, an animal whosefunction is to increase the strength of the sabre’s owner (Schröder 1917); Modigliani sees aboar’s head (1890); others interpret it as a Chinese dragon; and others the makara, a mythical seadragon from Hindu-Javanese mythology and found throughout S.E. Asia. Regardless of thecreature designation, the hilts were supposed to have a protective function (lawôlô) for the ownerof the sabre.The Schmiedt Collection example has a well carved and nicely patinated handle with a sculpturalcreature design carved in the pommel. The curled whorls likely represent boars tusks while thecreature sitting astride the pommel is called a bechu zöcha, a spirit who hunts and feeds on men’sshadows, just as men feed on pigs. The scabbard is of two pieces of wood secured with strips ofbrass, while the talismanic basket, raga iföboaya, at the top of the scabbard is of classic shapeand decorated with animal teeth in a curved form. The blade now with pitting from age.Balato are difficult to date accurately, but considering the style of carving of the hilt and theoversized proportions of the bekhu figure this example likely dates to the early 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 29" Blade Length : 21" Comparable sales:1. https://www.christies.com/lotfinder/lot_details/?intobjectid=50058342. https://www.sothebys.com/en/auctions/ecatalogue/2014/collection-murray-frum-oceaniepf1438/lot.45.html3. https://www.sothebys.com/es/auctions/ecatalogue/2012/art-dafrique-et-docaniepf1218/lot.32.html4. https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/24872/lot/72/5. https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/20973/lot/3230/References:1. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books2. Viaro, M. A. (2001). Ceremonial sabres of nias headhunters in indonesia. Arts EtCultures, 3, 150-171.3. Fischer, H.W. (1909) Katalog des ethnographischen Reichsmuseums- Die Inseln ringsumSumatra, (vol. 4, Leiden)4. Modigiliani, E. (1890) Un viaggio a Nias.5. Brenner-Felsach, J.F. von (1998). Eine Reise nach Nias, die Indonesien expedition 1887,edited by Reinhold Mittersakschmöller. Vienna:6. Schroder, E. E.W. S. (1917) Nias: Ethnographische, geographische en historischeAanteekeningen en Studiën. 2 vols. Leiden: Brill,7. Horner, J. J. (1840). “Batoe-Eilanden, ten Westen van Sumatra gelegen.” In Tijdschriftvoor Neerland’s Indie. BataviaDetailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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Very Good Indonesian Borneo LANGGAI TINGGANG Sword ~ Dayak Headhunters ~ First Half of 20th C.

Lot # 176 (Sale Order: 175 of 298)      

A distinctive Bornean sword of the Sea Dayak, called a Langgai Tinggang, theseswords are found throughout institutional and private collections in varying degrees of qual...moreity.The Langgai Tinggang is similar to a niabor but with the handle of a parang ilang. The termlanggai tinggang means the “longest tail feather of a hornbill” and refers to the blades of theseweapons often having a long groove running along near the spine and which supposedly refers tothe long tail of the hornbill bird. This groove runs across to the anterior border just below therudimentary finger guard which is a copy of the ikang of the parang ilang. The handle of thelanggai tinggang does not generally differ from that of the classic mandau. The blades are oftenmade of tempered metal and in some cases may display a lamellar pattern, similar to the pamorfound on Indonesian kris blades, though this is highly uncommon. The hilts are usuallydelicately carved with various details that vary across the Dayak tribes, but often depict creaturesor anthropomorphic deities.This example in the Schmiedt Collection is likely a later 20th century example judging by thequality of the hilt, scabbard, and blade. The quality of the workmanship and the finish of theblade is rough without the working refinement of pieces built made for use. The blade is theclassic Langgai Tinggang form though without the blade fuller. The scabbard nicely made in theclassic form, mounted in rattan, and with a piso raut side knife used for wood carving and rattancutting.Dating to the first half of the 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 33 1/4" Blade Length : 21 3/4"References:1. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2002). Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Koninklyk Instituut Voor Taal Land2. Heppell, M., et al, (2005) Iban Art: Sexual Selection and Severed Heads, C.Zwartenkot/Kit Publishers3. Sellato, B. (ed.), Plaited Arts from the Borneo Rainforest, NIAS Press, 20124. Fischer, H.W. (1909) Katalog des ethnographischen Reichsmuseums- Die Inselnringsum Sumatra, (vol. 4, Leiden)5. Tromp, S.W. (1888) Medeelingen Omtrent Mandaus. Internationales Archiv fürEthnographie. Band 1. Pp.22-266. Shelford, R. (1901) A provisional classification of the swords of the Sarawak tribes.Journal of the Anthropological Institute of Great Britain and Ireland. Vol. 31.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at info@sofedesignauctions.com

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