21st Century Keris

JustYS · 15th January 2023, 10:01 AM

I know most collectors would like to have in their collection Keris Majapahit, Mataram Sultan Agung, PB or HB. However after collecting Keris for several years I realise that to obtain those Keris is not only you need to have spend a fortune but you also need to have the right connections to get the real deal.

Therefore I content myself with modern Keris such as this one. Modern dhapur and also maybe modern Pamor? Anyone know the name of this Pamor? Your feedbacks on the overall Keris is very appreciated.

milandro · 15th January 2023, 10:19 AM

looks very nice, my compliments.

some time ago somebody told me that every old kris was once new and that was , I think, a great comment!

Well done

A. G. Maisey · 15th January 2023, 12:05 PM

Absolutely beautiful.

In my opinion this is a variation, or perhaps more correctly a pamor that has been inspired by Pamor Poleng Wengkon.

In 1980 Dietrich Drescher collaborated with Pande Keris Seni Pauzan Pusposukadgo to create a keris with Pamor Poleng Wengkon.

The design was created by Dietrich Drescher, the work was carried out by Pande Keris Seni Pauzan Pusposukadgo.

The resultant keris was presented to Bapak Menko Polkam H. Surono. I was present at that presentation.

In later years this pamor, together with variations was also produced by the pandes of Sumenep Madura. I have one of these later pieces.

This one that YS has presented to us is perhaps the most stunning I have yet seen. It is more simple than the original but my feeling is that the simplicity has enhanced the artistic effect.

For those who might wonder why I have used "Pande Keris Seni" as a title, this is because this is the title that Bp. Pauzan preferred, he would not accept the designation of "Empu" because it was in conflict with his religious beliefs. Bp. H. Pauzan was a dedicated Muslim.

jagabuwana · 15th January 2023, 12:32 PM

Thank you for sharing this beaut, JustYS. Obviously the pamor is stunning, but I also really like how the greneng looks.

David · 15th January 2023, 08:48 PM

This is a beautiful modern keris. I do understand that many collected are focused on antique keris, however, as i have often stated, the keris is a living tradition and heritage and it his important that we support the creation of new keris in order to keep the tradition alive. This is a handsome example of modern keris making and one that should be welcome in any collection.
Here are a couple of other examples of similar pamors that are probably related to Pande Keris Seni Pauzan Pusposukadgo's Poleng pamor.

Anthony G. · 16th January 2023, 01:17 AM

This is not mine and it is from a photo sent by a friend. The craftsman are from Madura.

15th January 2023, 10:01 AM	#1
JustYS Member Join Date: Apr 2019 Posts: 138	21st Century Keris I know most collectors would like to have in their collection Keris Majapahit, Mataram Sultan Agung, PB or HB. However after collecting Keris for several years I realise that to obtain those Keris is not only you need to have spend a fortune but you also need to have the right connections to get the real deal. Therefore I content myself with modern Keris such as this one. Modern dhapur and also maybe modern Pamor? Anyone know the name of this Pamor? Your feedbacks on the overall Keris is very appreciated. Attached Images

15th January 2023, 08:48 PM	#5
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,123	This is a beautiful modern keris. I do understand that many collected are focused on antique keris, however, as i have often stated, the keris is a living tradition and heritage and it his important that we support the creation of new keris in order to keep the tradition alive. This is a handsome example of modern keris making and one that should be welcome in any collection. Here are a couple of other examples of similar pamors that are probably related to Pande Keris Seni Pauzan Pusposukadgo's Poleng pamor. Attached Images

16th January 2023, 01:17 AM	#6
Anthony G. Member Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 463	This is not mine and it is from a photo sent by a friend. The craftsman are from Madura. Attached Images

15th January 2023, 10:19 AM	#2
milandro Member Join Date: Jan 2022 Location: Netherlands Posts: 474	looks very nice, my compliments. some time ago somebody told me that every old kris was once new and that was , I think, a great comment! Well done

15th January 2023, 12:05 PM	#3
A. G. Maisey Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 6,892	Absolutely beautiful. In my opinion this is a variation, or perhaps more correctly a pamor that has been inspired by Pamor Poleng Wengkon. In 1980 Dietrich Drescher collaborated with Pande Keris Seni Pauzan Pusposukadgo to create a keris with Pamor Poleng Wengkon. The design was created by Dietrich Drescher, the work was carried out by Pande Keris Seni Pauzan Pusposukadgo. The resultant keris was presented to Bapak Menko Polkam H. Surono. I was present at that presentation. In later years this pamor, together with variations was also produced by the pandes of Sumenep Madura. I have one of these later pieces. This one that YS has presented to us is perhaps the most stunning I have yet seen. It is more simple than the original but my feeling is that the simplicity has enhanced the artistic effect. For those who might wonder why I have used "Pande Keris Seni" as a title, this is because this is the title that Bp. Pauzan preferred, he would not accept the designation of "Empu" because it was in conflict with his religious beliefs. Bp. H. Pauzan was a dedicated Muslim.

15th January 2023, 12:32 PM	#4
jagabuwana Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 281	Thank you for sharing this beaut, JustYS. Obviously the pamor is stunning, but I also really like how the greneng looks.