Basi parung
| Basi parung | |
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| Information | |
| Weapon type: | spear |
| Designations: | Basi Parung, (see text) |
| Use: | weapon |
| Region of origin / author: |
Indonesia , ethnic groups from Indonesia |
| Distribution: | Indonesia |
| Handle: | Wood |
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The Basi Parung , also known as Bassi-Paroeng , Poke Paroeng or Poke Parung , is a spear from Indonesia.
description
The Basi Parung has a double-edged flamed blade. The blade becomes narrower from the shaft to the point and ends in a slightly bent point. The blade has a central ridge. The curve, width and length of the blade can vary. The shaft is usually made of wood. The Basi Barung is used by ethnic groups in Indonesia. It is attached to the shaft with a grommet.
Individual evidence
- ^ Albert G. van Zonneveld: Traditional weapons of the Indonesian archipelago. C. Zwartenkot Art Books, Leiden 2001, ISBN 90-5450-004-2 , p. 32.
Web links
Commons : Spears - collection of images, videos and audio files
