DepartmentAsia

Keris handle

NameHandle

Date19th or 20th century

Place madeBali or Lombok, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

MediumWood

DimensionsOverall: 4 3/4 x 1 5/8 x 1 3/4 in. (12.065 x 4.1275 x 4.445 cm)

Credit LineIFAF Collection

Object numberFA.2008.74.86

DescriptionAntelope/gazelle face. Head is bent over slightly with a diamond shape carved on its crest. Two antlers (resemble antennae) curl back and down. Repeated leg forms meet up along the front of the figure. A border of circular knobs along the bottom.
Also described as a long-horned beetle-antennae and insect legs gathered up in front under what could be described as a shell.
Bali selut (base)