Keris Holders

[David]

Originally Posted by asomotif

Mmmm.... That is rather sexist remark

Heavens, i do hope not!
Certainly no sexism implied. But the upper torso here does not look feminine to me. I do see what you mean about the backside. I am also no expert on Bali dress, but men did wear sarongs.
Tatyana, that carving is beautiful. I would say that it was probably meant to hold some type of talisman, but it would have to be small.
I have sent an e-mail to Cecas. We will see if there is a reply. I would like to think the best, but often enough researcher come on board here, use us and forget us. Just the way of the world i suppose.

[cecas24]

Hello All,

I want to thank everyone, especially Mr. Maisey for their help with my research work. I promise I never forgot you all, I haven't been on the site recently but for awhile I was returning to view more pictures or to see if anyone had any new information.

My thesis is actually still in the works. The head of my committee got a fellowship in MA for 2 yrs (I go to college in Alabama) so progress has been slow b/c part of her fellowship requires her to travel to India alot. Needless to say any drafts I send are returned months later. However, I looks like the full draft will be ready at the end of September and I have plans to defend in November. If all goes well, and the work is accepted I will be happy to share my work with you.


Also, if anyone has any new kris holders or wooden scultptures that are representations of the Balinese goddess Bathari Durga, I'd love to see them.

Thanks,

CC