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GA012 | The Spring Auction Series

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629<br />

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 />

629

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