#krishilt

⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Mounted Ivory Kris Hilt Malay People, Northern Malaysia 19th century ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ length (without stand): 7.5cm ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This fine hilt for a traditional Malay kris has been carved from ivory. It has a stylised zoomorphic form usually referred to as a jawa demam. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The condition is very good. There are no losses and no repairs. The ivory has a yellowing patina. The hilt has been mounted on a blackened wood stand. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #malay #malaypeople #malaysia #malaykris #kris #keris #krishilt #krishandle #carving #sculpture #arms #weapons #dagger #sword #knife #instagram (at Regent Street)