Blakas
Appearance
Blakas | |
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![]() A Balinese Blakas, pre-1944. | |
Type | Chopper,Cleaver,Ceremonial Knife |
Place of origin | Indonesia(Bali) |
Service history | |
Used by | Balinese people |
Specifications | |
Bladetype | Single edge, chisel grind |
Hilttype | Water buffalo horn, wood |
Scabbard/sheath | Wood |
BlakasorBelakasis a general name for any sort of cleaver or large knife originating fromBali,Indonesiathat has a heavy rectangular blade with a straight cutting edge used for chopping.[1]The long, rounded hilt often becomes thinner at one or both ends. The blade often has a fanciful shape and encrusted motifs.[2]Sometimes it is made for ceremonial purposes, and also used in pairs withgolok.[3]It is a common utensil inBalinesehouseholds and is used for kitchen chores, orchard work, and in ceremonial activities.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^Fred B. Eiseman (2008).Traditional Balinese Tools In The Jimbaran Area, South Bali (Prabot Bali Tatamian).Fred B. Eiseman.ASINB007HG4ZN8.
- ^Albert G Van Zonneveld (2002).Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Koninklyk Instituut Voor Taal Land.ISBN90-5450-004-2.
- ^S. Ann Dunham (2009).Surviving Against The Odds: Village Industry in Indonesia.Duke University Press.ISBN978-0-8223-4687-6.