10368 Pieter Willem Marinus Trap (1852–1905) – Ethnographic Weapons of the Malay Archipelago – Illustration (1891)
This illustration depicts a comprehensive study of traditional bladed weapons and scabbards from the Malay Archipelago. The composition features various forms of the kris, klewang, and parang, alongside curved daggers and a prominent long-handled sword at the top. The rendering highlights the intricate craftsmanship of the hilts, which are carved from wood, bone, and horn, as well as the decorative metalwork of the crossguards and the distinct grain patterns of the blades. Several weapons are shown paired with their corresponding wooden or leather scabbards, providing a detailed record of the martial and ceremonial equipment used by Indigenous cultures across the Southeast Asian islands. This work was published as a technical plate for a scholarly ethnographic journal to document the material culture and regional variations of traditional weaponry.
Pieter Willem Marinus Trap was a Dutch lithographer and publisher based in Leiden who specialized in high-quality scientific and ethnographic illustrations. He served as a primary printer for several major academic journals and museum catalogs during the late nineteenth century, gaining recognition for his technical skill in chromolithography. Trap’s work was instrumental in disseminating detailed visual information about global cultures and natural history to a European audience. His contributions helped bridge the gap between academic research and visual documentation through precise and aesthetically sophisticated printmaking.
Artist or Maker: Pieter Willem Marinus Trap .
Dimensions: Approximately 31 cm x 25 cm.
Medium: Illustration .
Date: 1891
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
| Estimate | 200 - 300 SEK |
| Buyers Premium (inc. VAT) | 24.4% |
| Hammer Fee (inc. VAT) | 6 SEK |
Dahlströms Rare Prints
Harju maakond, Tallinn
Lasnamäe linnaosa, Ruunaoja tn 3, 11415
Estland
info@dahlstromsrareprints.com
© Software Copyright 2026 Skeleton. All rights reserved.