Heirlooom Rejuvenation Ceremony II - Rangsang Rias Pusaka Bangsa II

Raja Muda · 4th February 2005, 03:33 AM

Is this something like the Keris competitions they have up in Kelantan? I think they had a contest for Keris Anak Alang at the Gelanggang Seni Kota Bharu last year.

Alam Shah · 4th February 2005, 04:33 AM

I've no idea about the 'Keris Anak Alang' contest. Would appreciate if you could shed some light into this event, though.

In Singapore, this will be the first keris competition (i think). Therefore, the organising committee will be doing it on a trial and error basis. Future competition will be fine-tuned based on the feedback received.
(I'm not in the committee, i'm just an enthusiatic supporter).

If it received overwhelming response, it may be extended into a regional competition and even global competition. (Err... I think not on the global scale yet, however). One day perhaps...

rasdan · 4th February 2005, 07:09 AM

Hi Alam Shah,

How i wish i could be there Shah. Nevertheless i will certainly email u when im going to s'pore.

Can u explain how the kerisses are going to be judged?

Alam Shah · 4th February 2005, 09:32 AM

Gee rasdan,

. This will be the first time (in Singapore). From what I was told, is base mainly on the artistic and aesthetic aspects, like refinements of workmanship, execution of and rarity in features or details, type of materials used, conformity with tradition and region, overall handling and feel, as well as overall condition and age. Although age is a factor in judging, it is not a primary factor, as newly made pieces can also command high praises.

Please note that mystical or spiritual aspects of the keris is NOT taken into consideration, as it is very subjective. Although the items will be judge on the sturdiness of materials used, and also how it feels upon handling, it will NOT at any time be competed in any physical manner whatsoever.
Due to the numerous varieties and styles from the different regions, it is divided into 10 categories, whereby each category will reflect a certain region or a particular form of keris/weapon. The lack of displaying space is also a reason for restricting to only 10 categories.

rahman · 4th February 2005, 09:43 AM

Dear Alam Shah

What might those 10 categories be? Would be good to share...

Alam Shah · 4th February 2005, 10:01 AM

The 10 commandments...errr..10 Categories.

Cat No. - Category Description
001 - Javanese and Madura kerises - Central, Western and Eastern Java.
002 - Balinese and Lombok kerises.
003 - Sumatran kerises - Palembang, Minangkabau, Lampung, etc.
004 - Bugis/Bugis influenced kerises-Sulawesi, Sumbawa and Riau Lingga.
005 - Northern Malay Peninsular kerises – Kedah, Kelatan, Terrengganu etc.
006 - Keris Panjang or penyalang (executioner's keris)
007 - Keris Coteng of Patani and Southern Thailand in origin.
008 - Keris Tajong or "kingfisher" of Kelantan or Patani in origin.
009 - Keris Sundang - Mindanao, Sulu or Malay styles.
010 - (non kerises) Badek, rencong, sewah, golok etc. - Small side weapons less than 15" overall.

Come on, bring your pieces and join the competition.
There is a S$3.00 fee to join the competition, though.

rahman · 8th February 2005, 01:54 AM

Thanks. I note that the closing date for registration is 10 Feb. when is the last day the keris have to be submitted?

4th February 2005, 03:33 AM	#1
Raja Muda Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Posts: 100	Keris Competition Is this something like the Keris competitions they have up in Kelantan? I think they had a contest for Keris Anak Alang at the Gelanggang Seni Kota Bharu last year.

4th February 2005, 04:33 AM	#2
Alam Shah Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,248	Keris Anak Alang at the Gelanggang Seni Kota Bharu I've no idea about the 'Keris Anak Alang' contest. Would appreciate if you could shed some light into this event, though. In Singapore, this will be the first keris competition (i think). Therefore, the organising committee will be doing it on a trial and error basis. Future competition will be fine-tuned based on the feedback received. (I'm not in the committee, i'm just an enthusiatic supporter). If it received overwhelming response, it may be extended into a regional competition and even global competition. (Err... I think not on the global scale yet, however). One day perhaps...

4th February 2005, 09:32 AM	#4
Alam Shah Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,248	Keris judging... Gee rasdan, . This will be the first time (in Singapore). From what I was told, is base mainly on the artistic and aesthetic aspects, like refinements of workmanship, execution of and rarity in features or details, type of materials used, conformity with tradition and region, overall handling and feel, as well as overall condition and age. Although age is a factor in judging, it is not a primary factor, as newly made pieces can also command high praises. Please note that mystical or spiritual aspects of the keris is NOT taken into consideration, as it is very subjective. Although the items will be judge on the sturdiness of materials used, and also how it feels upon handling, it will NOT at any time be competed in any physical manner whatsoever. Due to the numerous varieties and styles from the different regions, it is divided into 10 categories, whereby each category will reflect a certain region or a particular form of keris/weapon. The lack of displaying space is also a reason for restricting to only 10 categories.

4th February 2005, 10:01 AM	#6
Alam Shah Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,248	The 10 categories... The 10 commandments...errr..10 Categories. Cat No. - Category Description 001 - Javanese and Madura kerises - Central, Western and Eastern Java. 002 - Balinese and Lombok kerises. 003 - Sumatran kerises - Palembang, Minangkabau, Lampung, etc. 004 - Bugis/Bugis influenced kerises-Sulawesi, Sumbawa and Riau Lingga. 005 - Northern Malay Peninsular kerises – Kedah, Kelatan, Terrengganu etc. 006 - Keris Panjang or penyalang (executioner's keris) 007 - Keris Coteng of Patani and Southern Thailand in origin. 008 - Keris Tajong or "kingfisher" of Kelantan or Patani in origin. 009 - Keris Sundang - Mindanao, Sulu or Malay styles. 010 - (non kerises) Badek, rencong, sewah, golok etc. - Small side weapons less than 15" overall. Come on, bring your pieces and join the competition. There is a S$3.00 fee to join the competition, though. Last edited by Alam Shah; 4th February 2005 at 11:58 AM.

4th February 2005, 07:09 AM	#3
rasdan Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Kuala Lumpur Posts: 369	Hi Alam Shah, How i wish i could be there Shah. Nevertheless i will certainly email u when im going to s'pore. Can u explain how the kerisses are going to be judged?

4th February 2005, 09:43 AM	#5
rahman Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 84	Dear Alam Shah What might those 10 categories be? Would be good to share...

8th February 2005, 01:54 AM	#7
rahman Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Singapore Posts: 84	Thanks. I note that the closing date for registration is 10 Feb. when is the last day the keris have to be submitted?