MALAY ART GALLERY'S....House of Keris
Keris Tajong Lurus Bangsa Agung.
Keris Tajong Lurus Bangsa Agong
- A
fine and rare example of
a form of keris whose origin is from Patani, an area covering the
southern tip of Thailand including Kelantan, northern Malaysia. Its very unique
handle, made of dark wood called kenaung, is finely and deeply carved
with pierced through works, in
the form of the Tajong. The refinements of the carvings needs
added mentioning, and the overall bold outlook is said to show higher status,
and is called Bangsa Agung, or noble stature.
It has been described by writers from the
west as a kingfisher. It is also called "Pekaka" by many in the
area, in resemblance to a bird of the same name. Although it does resemble a
bird, closer look at the handle shows it to be more of a "demonic" figurine. Its
wide eyes and long beak has a kingfisher's resemblance, but the teeth, fangs and
beard which are carved in full details, shows otherwise. A gold alloy or "suassa", pendoko
or ferrule completes the fittings.
The straight and sturdy blade is very long and typical of the origin. Having a prominent triangular spine or "tulang" in Malay, that stretches from the tip to the base and even present at the "ganjar". The fretworks or grenenegs are very pronounced and well executed. The overall shape or dapor is called Pandai Saras in Malay.
The blade is also
well tempered as seen from the darker shades at the top three quarters of the
blade. It is very well tempered that it can lift a coin with a slight tap at the
edges. Pamor patterns are not contrasting, which is the norm from the
area, due to the non nickel metals used. From the forging lines the arrangements
are of the miring technique and are of the adeg
or standing variations.
The pamor adeg is said to protect the owner from natural disasters.
Condition: Very good condition. Aside
from repaired tips of sheath, and minor hairline crack at the base of handle,
rest is all in very good condition.
Age: Krises are traditionally made without any date stampings or engravings of the makers' name. Although a kris smith or "empu" has his own styles configured together with the dapor and especially the ganjar (cross piece). Obvious age wear and tear, usage, familiarity with forms, motifs and designs, origin and history, mediums and materials used are our guidelines in determining an approximate age. This particular piece, from our experience and knowledge, should go back to the late 19th century.
Length of blade: 17.4". Overall length: 23.2".
Our terms:
Buyer will pre-pay, plus shipping and insurance (optional), which will be calculated upon receipt of address.
We accept American Express credit card mail orders and International checks in Singapore dollars, or bank or wire transfers. Please allow a few days for clearance. Items are dispatched only after payments are cleared.
We also accept PayPal, Western Union and other forms of payment maybe accepted, but has to be clarified first.
Shipment by air courier. Shipments by reliably known Federal Express. Depending on destination, please allow a maximum of 5 working days for safe delivery time. Other cheaper forms of delivery are available through Speedpost, an arm of the postal service here. Do not hesitate to e-mail for details.
To the U.S.A, present rates are at US$33.00 per kilogram by FedEx (3 days) and Speedpost are at US$22.00 per kilogram (10 days). Other destinations please do inquire.
Our Pledge:
We are confident that you will be satisfied with this item and we guarantee it to be materially as presented. However, if the item does meet your expectations, it may be returned within 7 days of receipt for a complete refund of the purchased price, less the shipping cost, provided the item is returned in its original condition.
We advise interested buyers to please feel free without any obligations, to ask for more information or pictures of the items interested. We are also open to any comments on our item's descriptions.
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