Rugi from Alor for comment

[Sajen]

Originally Posted by VVV

Hi Detlef,

Sorry but I don't think it is very old, based on the motifs etc.


Michael

Hi Michael,

my guess as well. Based upon the the thick smoke patina special at the sheath I would guess middle until second half last century. But it seems that it was used, for ceremonial purpose maybe? I know from a friend in Indonesia who coming from Alor that they still in use. He as well think that it is not very old.


Regards,

Detlef

[Sajen]

Additional note:

It seems that swords in Alor and Timor are kept near open fire. I have handled three very nice old Timor swords last summer in Indonesia with a very thick smoke patina. See attached pictures. The cord of the first shown picture was cured with the sheath.