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Kris or Kriss "King Fischer" KNIFE
Pattani province, northern Malaysia, southern Thailand
19th century
Wood and pamor
Total length: 45 cm
Knife length: 34.5 cm; Blade length: 26 cm
(reused scabbard)
The handle, called ukiran, is made of dark wood, carved with a character from Wayang theater, known as the "kingfisher" or "King Fischer". He owes his name to his particularly prominent nose - similar to a bird's beak.
The blade is made of pamor with gutters.
The scabbard, probably reused, has two scrolled side lugs. The body of the scabbard, known as the gandar, is made of veined wood.
The kris is a masculine weapon. A marker of social status and wealth, it was also the symbolic object given to a young boy who had become a man. The more elaborate the blade and the more noble the handle, the higher the rank of the owner. The ukiran, almost always anthropomorphically carved, is considered an allegory of its owner. Thus, the head would be the handle, the body the blade and the garment the scabbard. It's worth noting that the Balinese man's traditional garment is the sarong - the same name given to the kriss scabbard.
Endowed with magical powers, the kriss is considered a vehicle of spirituality. It is transmitted by inheritance, which increases its power.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Ref. number : 373
Ref: 3MPD2KEA39
| Condition | Very good |
| Style | Asian Arts (Asian Tribal Art of Asian Arts Style) |
| Period | 19th century (Asian Tribal Art 19th century) |
| Country of origin | Malaysia |
| Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days |
| Location | 93400, Saint-Ouen, France |
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