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Nice Carving Jean, thanks. Indeed my piece is a bit darker Last edited by Patje1970; 19th August 2019 at 01:55 PM. Reason: correction |
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19th August 2019, 04:52 PM | #5 |
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Well, first off, while i believe this hilt is a contemporary, non-traditional form, i personally find it very appealing.
I don't think it is ivory (certainly not elephant or whale) and it doesn't look anything like the moose antler that many modern Bali carvings are done with. It could be some other type of antler or dense bone. What does it feel like? is it heavy or light? Does it feel cool to the touch? |
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It feels cool when touching it, In hand it feels a little heavy, even the weight is only approx 128-130 gram. Don't know if it helps, there is a very vague what "saulty" like smell on it. regards Pat Last edited by Patje1970; 19th August 2019 at 05:45 PM. Reason: adding more info |
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19th August 2019, 06:27 PM | #7 |
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Personally I don't think that this hilt is very recent (say less than 10-15 years) or the ageing process was very professionally made! (blackened cavities, etc.). Can you remove the selut? Is there a sign that there is added materials under the selut or inside the pesi hole (look for a transition line with a flashlight), or it is one piece with the hilt? Very nice carving anyway!
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