Sword

41-34-22A

From: Philippine Islands

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

Native Name Kris
Object Number 41-34-22A
Current Location Collections Storage
Provenience Philippine Islands
Section Oceanian
Materials Metal | Wood | Plant Fiber
Description

Sword. Long, narrow, steel blade with straight parallel edges and rounded point; the blade asymmetrically widening at one side of base, with elaborately carved guard. Wooden grip with knob top; bound with fibre cord. Kris.

Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Austin Gray, 1941

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