DepartmentAsia

Keris handle

NameHandle

Date19th or 20th century

Place madeSumatra, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

MediumWood

DimensionsOverall: 3 1/4 x 1 1/4 x 2 1/2 in. (8.255 x 3.175 x 6.35 cm)

Credit LineIFAF Collection

Object numberFA.2008.74.83

DescriptionA forlorn, seated demon character. Typically crouched on a rounded stand or floral bush with elbows leaning on the knees. Sometimes portrayed with arms crossed over their chest. Heads hang forward. The most emphasized feature is usually the beak shape and often these figures are grinning. They are anthropomorphic characters often resembling, birds or reptiles.