3 more Gunongs

Ian · 19th September 2015, 09:45 PM

Hi Rafngard:

I agree with Detlef. The first one is second half of 20th C, and the other two are earlier 20th C.

While there is no reason the T'boli could not make gunong like these--they make excellent blades that are sought after by other tribes (usually the small kampilan style)--I have not heard of them making gunong before.

Nice family--momma, papa, and the two kids.

Ian.

Battara · 20th September 2015, 08:39 PM

I will only add that usually the T'boli would make a lost wax method solid bronze/brass hilt with geometric designs.

Rafngard · 21st September 2015, 12:29 PM

Thank you all very much for your insights on these.

Thanks,
Leif

19th September 2015, 09:45 PM	#1
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,501	Hi Rafngard: I agree with Detlef. The first one is second half of 20th C, and the other two are earlier 20th C. While there is no reason the T'boli could not make gunong like these--they make excellent blades that are sought after by other tribes (usually the small kampilan style)--I have not heard of them making gunong before. Nice family--momma, papa, and the two kids. Ian.

20th September 2015, 08:39 PM	#2
Battara EAAF Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Louisville, KY Posts: 7,340	I will only add that usually the T'boli would make a lost wax method solid bronze/brass hilt with geometric designs.

21st September 2015, 12:29 PM	#3
Rafngard Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Minneapolis,MN Posts: 361	Thank you all very much for your insights on these. Thanks, Leif