Parang with Sheath

Description:

Parangwith Sheath, Indonesia, possibly Java, 19th century, the wood hilt with carved and pierced leaf scroll decorations, the single-edge blade slightly curved and incised "1658," the wood sheath embellished with brass rings and brass mounts embossed with scrolling flowers, overall lg. 23 1/2 in.
Estimate $200-400

sheath with surface abrasions and loose brass rings; hilt with a 2 1/4" crack and some hairline cracks; blade with signs of wear and rusting


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