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Here is an unusual parang that I first suspected was the variation of the Sumba Kabeala that also could be found on Sulawesi.
But after discussing the motifs and style of it with Arjan we think that it probably is from the Banjarmasin area. Any other feedback on this undocumented parang? Michael |
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A very nice piece. I have been told these hilts are stylized parrots heads do you know if this is true ?
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Thanks,
I have heard so too. But regarding the Sumatran versions. Michael |
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Hi this is from South borneo area not from the dajaks
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Hi Ben,
Yes, it's a Malay sword. Michael |
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Here is another one that I believe come from the same place.
According to the article by Schmeltz from 1892 (the article that Flavio made available to us all - thanks!!!) those parang originates from SE Kalimantan in the old state of Pegatan. He lists a resembling one (7a and b) as a Parang Kerekupang (whatever that means?). Another name for a resembling SE Borneo parang is (Pisau) Kamudi Singkir (= Diagonally steer knife??? ). See also Leiden 761-22, 781-85 and 761-27 as a reference. Michael |
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