A Balinese Keris (?) for discussion

David · 9th December 2016, 12:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by A. G. Maisey

"How do we tell if a keris blade is either Javanese, or Balinese, if it dates from before 1500 ( the end of the 14th century)?"

The year 1500 is a nominal date, but Islam had already established a presence in Jawa well before this, and Majapahit had collapsed by 1525.

Just to clarify your statements Alan, a keris that date from immediately before 1500 would be from the 1400s which is the 15th century, so did you intend to write 15th century in this statement?

A. G. Maisey · 9th December 2016, 01:28 AM

Thanks David.

I actually intended to write what I did originally write, but my intention was incorrect. Put it down to another conversation in a different place. Too many trains of thought.

Jean · 9th December 2016, 08:49 AM

Thank you Alan. Yes, my question was exactly as you put it down.
Regards

9th December 2016, 01:28 AM	#2
A. G. Maisey Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 7,015	Thanks David. I actually intended to write what I did originally write, but my intention was incorrect. Put it down to another conversation in a different place. Too many trains of thought.

9th December 2016, 08:49 AM	#3
Jean Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,740	Thank you Alan. Yes, my question was exactly as you put it down. Regards