Kris hilt
| Accession Nr.: | 54.294.1 |
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| Type: | bronze, lead, gold and silver; religious or cult object; metalwork |
| Date of production: |
18th century
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Hammered from silver plate, this traditional kris (Indonesian: keris) handle depicts a typical Balinese demon figure.
For the Indonesians, the kris is much more than a simple weapon, it is a spectacular and effective expression of Javanese spirituality, a bearer of spiritual power, a symbol of heroism and a status symbol.
For the Indonesians, the kris is much more than a simple weapon, it is a spectacular and effective expression of Javanese spirituality, a bearer of spiritual power, a symbol of heroism and a status symbol.