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MID- TO LATE 19TH CENTURY
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A FINE INDONESIAN IVORY-MOUNTED KRIS
MID- TO LATE 19TH CENTURY
With double-edged waved etched pattern welded blade decorated in low relief with gilt scrollwork, a snake running the length of the blade on each side, silver-gilt collar set with a band of diamonds, faceted ivory grip carved with small sprays of foliage, in original wooden scabbard with figured boat-shaped top and brass-covered stem, the front face embossed with scrollwork and retaining traces of original gilt finish, and set with a central tapering ivory band
14in. (35.5cm.) blade
MID- TO LATE 19TH CENTURY
With double-edged waved etched pattern welded blade decorated in low relief with gilt scrollwork, a snake running the length of the blade on each side, silver-gilt collar set with a band of diamonds, faceted ivory grip carved with small sprays of foliage, in original wooden scabbard with figured boat-shaped top and brass-covered stem, the front face embossed with scrollwork and retaining traces of original gilt finish, and set with a central tapering ivory band
14in. (35.5cm.) blade
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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