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Here is a barong with a silver handguard and a floral motif on the blade.
Blade is 15 1/2 inches long, 22 inches long. No scabbard. I was told that this style of barong might have originated from Mindanao. Any thoughts. .........Dave. |
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yep. most likely from Lanao, second quarter of the century. notice how the handguard is similar to the gunongs that came from that area...
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I totally agree with Ron. This is Maranao okir work and is more recent. They still do this work in Marawi City in Maranao territory.
Nice metal-work. Best recent okir blade work from this area I have seen. |
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Lovely Maranao barong. Did you purchase it? I have seen pictures of this one. Far nicer than most Maranao pieces, there aren't that many.
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Nirghosa: I bought it from a dealer in the Philippines. I knew it wasn't that
old, but i just liked the overall look and the quality......Dave. |
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Yes, barong are not Maranao but Sulu. However, in recent years, Maranao artists have been making "Maranao-ized" barongs.
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Yes, there are some marked differences but there can be some very nice Maranao barongs (as this thread clearly shows).
The feel is a bit different but my Maranao barong is one of favorite cutting items. Congratulations on an excellent purchase Dave! One I would love to have as I primarily collect Maranao pieces. |
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