
Blades & Legends – Edged Weapons of the Malay Archipelago
Legendary Blades: History, Culture, and Use of Filipino and Indonesian Weapons.
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Format:
Lecture
Language:
English
Session description
The blades of the Malay Archipelago are surrounded by countless legends, and their diverse forms continue to fascinate us today. This talk presents unique Filipino and Indonesian blades, exploring their cultural background and application. Historical original pieces accompany the presentation, with some available for hands-on experience at the German Blade Museum stand.