A genuine antique Indonesian Javanese Kris Dagger, complete with its original hand-carved sheath. This is a traditional piece of craftsmanship, likely from the late 19th to early 20th century. This specific example features a beautifully detailed figural hilt, a characteristic wavy serpentine blade, and a traditional two-tone wood sheath.
Blade: The forged steel blade is distinctly wavy (serpentine) with multiple curves (known as 'luk'). It shows a visible traditional pattern-welded texture. It measures approximately 13.5 inches (34 cm) from the hilt.
Hilt (Handle): A standout feature is the expertly hand-carved wooden hilt, sculpted into a detailed figural form, possibly representing a traditional deity or ancestor. The hilt has a warm, deep patina.
Selut (Hilt Cup): The connection between the blade and hilt is adorned with a detailed, textured brass selut.
Sheath (Warangka & Gandar): The sheath features a large, beautifully shaped upper part (Warangka) made from a distinct, lighter-toned, patterned wood, and a darker-wood lower part (Gandar), typical of Javanese styles.
This Kris is an authentic antique and shows signs of age and history.
Blade: The blade has an appropriate aged patina and some surface oxidation/corrosion, which is common and desired by collectors.
Hilt: The carving is well-preserved, though the wood shows minor wear and small age-related cracks, including one slightly more pronounced crack visible near the selut.
Sheath: The sheath is intact, but the two sections appear to have a small gap or loose fit at the join, which can be typical. (Please refer to high-resolution photos for exact condition details).
Total Length: Approx. 19 inches (48 cm) – Note: Please confirm this measure.
Blade Length: Approx. 13.5 inches (34 cm) – Note: Measure from the guard to the tip to be exact.
Origin: Java, Indonesia.