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Artifact

Malayan Kris Knife and Sheath

Description

  • Poisonous dagger in a wooden sheath.
  • Wooden handle of the dagger is intricately carved.
  • Wavy blade is created by alternating layers of different types of metals, giving the blade a swirling pattern. 
  • Blade has a wide, asymmetrical base.

Background Information

  • Given to Leo A. Wilson by a Malayan Chieftain on the island of Sumatra. 
  • This type of dagger is called kris and is known for its distinctive wavy blade.
  • The number of waves on the blade is always odd.
  • The dagger functions as both a weapon and a spiritual item.
  • Poison was supposedly infused into the blade during the forging process.
  • The wavy blade would inflict a wound which would erupt in sores every six months. 

Map Location

Latitude: 2° 59' 59.251" S
Longitude: 104° 49' 24.618" E

Date

1899

Dimensions

inches
Length:
14.5
Width:
1.0
Height:
2.8

Events, Places, People

  • Leo A. Wilson
  • Sumatra

Originating Location

Asia›Indonesia›Sumatra

Subject

  • A metal dagger with a wavy blade and a carved wooden handle, pointing to the right.
  • A metal dagger with a wavy blade and a carved wooden handle, pointing to the left.
  • The carved wooden handle of a dagger. The wood is dark brown and it is decorated with lines and shapes.
  • A wooden dagger sheath. It is light brown with darker brown areas. The handle is shaped like a bean. The body of the sheath is attached to the handle closer to the top of the handle.
  • A brown, wooden dagger sheath. The handle is shaped like a bean. The body of the sheath is attached to the handle closer to the top of the handle and has a white mark stamped onto it.
  • The top of a wooden sheath. It is light brown with darker patches. It is shaped like a bean and the body of the sheath attaches to the right of centre.

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