Straight Malay Keris

An elegant example of a near straight-bladed Malay keris, this example features a finely crafted silver-clad scabbard and exhibits stylistic influences from the Sumatran region. The ‘warangka‘ (scabbard throat) and hilt are both carved from richly toned kemuning wood, known for its durability and subtle grain, often reserved for high-status weapons.

The design of this keris reflects a cross-cultural heritage typical of the Malay Peninsula, where aesthetic traditions were shaped by Sumatran, Javanese, and Bugis aesthetics. The Sumatran-style warangka with its broad, slightly flaring form is characteristic of Minangkabau and Palembang areas, while the stylized ‘jawa demam’ hilt has strong Bugis influence. The

The blade is ‘keleng’ (pamorless) but shows a subtile forging pattern all over the slightly curved blade.