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A Balinese jewel encrusted<br />
gold mounted Kris, probably<br />
early 19th century<br />
with a court style hilt repousse<br />
decorated with the figure of Bataru<br />
Bayu, the god of wealth and well<br />
being, seated on a tumpal throne,<br />
the hilt decorated with semi<br />
precious cabochon cut stones<br />
66cm including the scabbard<br />
NOTE<br />
Keris blades made of Pamor are<br />
considered very valuable and were<br />
part of the pustaka or heirlooms of<br />
the aristocracy to be passed from<br />
generation to generation. <strong>The</strong>y are<br />
considered to have magic and to imbue<br />
magic and power on their owners.<br />
$1,000–1,500<br />
630<br />
YU LIAN<br />
Chinese album leaf,<br />
possibly 19th century<br />
Translation verso: “<strong>The</strong> April Rain falls<br />
to the south of the River / After the<br />
rain the fragrance of, orchids hangs in<br />
the air, / <strong>The</strong> tender bamboo dances,<br />
the yellow bird flies off, / A butterfly<br />
sleeps on the sill of the small window,<br />
/ <strong>The</strong> sun’s rays touch the silken petal<br />
tips” / Painted as a gift for Mr Bai<br />
Kekai, / with respect from Yu Lian, /<br />
Zhekiang Province, Youngning County<br />
29.5 x 32cm<br />
$100–200<br />
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