Thanks VVV.
The hilt style does, indeed, resemble the Madurese keris hilt.
The blade is also a unique shape, just slightly curved with a false edge, almost as if the bladesmith could not decide whether to make a 'slasher' or 'stabber', and so tried for both.
I doubt this sword was ever intended for use though. It is relatively thin and light, though not flexible.
The blade close-up is attached. You can also easily see where the false edge begins.
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