Another Mystery?

[David]

Originally Posted by Sajen

I have a very similar keris respective the blade shape in my collection, see here: http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...hlight=panjang, post #40
The blade is as well like a needle.

I presume you mean the one with the ivory hilt. I do see similarities, though mine is, of course, but shorter and lacking greneng.
But wouldn't this keris of yours be from Sumatra? I do also find the parrot hilt a bit Peninsula like, but i believe i have seen Sumatran sheaths with this kind of toe before.
Anyway, thanks for your input.

[Sajen]

Yes, the one with the ivory hilt. The hilt isn't original to this keris. The blade lengths is without pesi 36,5 cm. The affinity I have seen is by the gandik area and the slenderness of the blade. I never have been sure from where this keris coming. Agree, I think to have seen Sumatra scabbards with this kind of toe before. Your keris look in all parts original, so my guess.

Regards,
Detlef

[Bjorn]

A very interesting and good-looking piece. I especially like the way the ukiran has been cut on the back; very neatly done.

As for origins, I'm not speaking from any position of authority here, but to me the dress looks very Malaysian, especially the pendokok. I don't think I've ever seen anything like that from Sumatera, but would love to see pics if others have!

[David]

Originally Posted by yuuzan

I don't think I've ever seen anything like that from Sumatera, but would love to see pics if others have!

So would i Yuuzan. I'd love to hear from people even if they don't know what to make of this...105 views and only 2 people responding. Where did everyone go?

[David]

BTW, i also lean towards a Malay origin, though i can't say specifically where.