Arms, Armour, Minerals, Asian & Ethnographic
Par Scollard Auctions
12.12.23
Brea, California, États-Unis
Just in time for the holidays, auction featuring arms and armour from varied cultures, fine examples of entry level minerals, select fossils, amazing jewelry, Asian artifacts and a variety of ethnographic pieces including African and Filipino lots.

LOT 27:

Rakshasa Demon Kris Handle in Gilt Red Lacquer, Balinese 19th/20th c.


Prix de départ:
$ 375
Prix estimé :
$800 - $1 200
Commission de la maison de ventes: 25% Plus de détails
TVA: 7.75% Sur le prix complet du lot + la commission
Les utilisateurs venant de pays étrangers peuvent être exempts de payer des taxes, selon les réglementations de taxation correspondantes
12.12.23 à Scollard Auctions
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Rakshasa Demon Kris Handle in Gilt Red Lacquer, Balinese 19th/20th c.
Southeast Asia / Oceania, Indonesia, Balinese Indonesian 19th-20th century gilt demon figure kris handle of a fine lacquered red wood with remnants of gilding all over depicting the demon god with and unsheathed double ended double edged weapon while in a semi-prone battle ready position with long cape and battle attire.

One of the most recognizable features of the kris is its unique and often ornate handle design. The handle, also known as the (Hulu), can carry significant cultural and symbolic meaning. Size 5 1/2" H

Ex-Scott McCue, Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Over-all good condition with minor wear and loss to gilt on figure, no signs of restoration or cracks.