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Weapons Of Moroland
"Weapons of Moroland" is a plaque or crest containing miniature models of weapons used by warriors from the indigenous peoples of Mindanao in the Philippines. As a souvenir, it is fairly common in gift shops, and is considered a pop culture icon. Displaying the plaque in one's home is one of several indications of "how Filipino" one is. It is jokingly used as a description of resistance to colonialism. The weapons on the wooden plaque include spears, shields, and a wide range of swords or knives such as the kris, barong and the kampilan, while the plaque itself is usually shaped like the Coat of arms of the Philippines, and is often though not always painted in the colors of that seal. The quality of the models varies from case to case, usually reflecting the general shape of each weapon but not usually accurately showing the scale of blades with their hilts, nor the scale of weapons relative to each other. Typically featured weapons Blade weapons *Balasiong *Bangkung (Bangkon) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Weapons Of Moroland
"Weapons of Moroland" is a plaque or crest containing miniature models of weapons used by warriors from the indigenous peoples of Mindanao in the Philippines. As a souvenir, it is fairly common in gift shops, and is considered a pop culture icon. Displaying the plaque in one's home is one of several indications of "how Filipino" one is. It is jokingly used as a description of resistance to colonialism. The weapons on the wooden plaque include spears, shields, and a wide range of swords or knives such as the kris, barong and the kampilan, while the plaque itself is usually shaped like the Coat of arms of the Philippines, and is often though not always painted in the colors of that seal. The quality of the models varies from case to case, usually reflecting the general shape of each weapon but not usually accurately showing the scale of blades with their hilts, nor the scale of weapons relative to each other. Typically featured weapons Blade weapons *Balasiong *Bangkung (Bangkon) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kapa
Kapa is a fabric made by native Hawaiians from the bast fibres of certain species of trees and shrubs in the orders Rosales and Malvales. Description and uses It is similar to ''tapa'' found elsewhere in Polynesia (the Hawaiian phoneme corresponds to in most other Polynesian languages), but differs in the methods used in its creation. Kapa is based primarily on the creative combination of linear elements that cross and converge to form squares, triangles, chevrons, and diagonal forms, giving a feeling of boldness and directness. Kapa was used primarily for clothing like the ''malo'' worn by men as a loincloth and the ''pāū'' worn by women as a wraparound. Kapa was also used for , a shawl or cape worn over one shoulder. Other uses for kapa depended on caste and a person's place in ancient Hawaiian society. ''Kapa moe'' (bed covers) were reserved for the '' alii'' or chiefly caste, while kapa robes were used by '' kāhuna'' or priestly caste. Kapa was also used as banners wh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agung
The agung is a set of two wide-rimmed, vertically suspended gongs used by the Maguindanao, Maranao, Sama-Bajau and Tausug people of the Philippines as a supportive instrument in kulintang ensembles. The agung is also ubiquitous among other groups found in Palawan, Panay, Mindoro, Mindanao, Sabah, Sulawesi, Sarawak and Kalimantan as an integral part of the agung orchestra. Description The agung is a large, heavy, wide-rimmed gong shaped like a kettle gong. of the agung produces a bass sound in the kulintang orchestra and weighs between 13 and 16 pounds, but it is possible to find agungs weigh as low as 5 pounds or as high as 20 or 30 pounds each, depending on the metal (bronze, brass or iron) used to produce them. Though their diameters are smaller than the gandingan's, at roughly to in length, they have a much deeper turned-in ''takilidan'' (rim) than the latter, with a width of 12 to 13 inches (330 mm) including the knob.Cadar, Usopay H., and Robert Garfias. " ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Taming (shield)
A taming (pronounced: ) is a round shield made of wood or tightly-woven rattan traditionally used by the Moro, Lumad, and Visayan people of the Philippines. File:Shield MET 36.25.615 002 Sep2015.jpg, Obverse side of a wooden Moro taming in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, c. 18th-19th century File:Bagobo material culture (1885) 02.png, A Bagobo taming alongside a kalasag (1885) File:Visayan balay illustrated by Fr. Francisco Ignacio Alcina, SJ.jpg, Visayan warriors with both taming and kalasag shields (c.1668) File:Atlas pittoresque pl 138.jpg, Warriors with taming during the meeting of the crew of ''L'Astrolabe'' with the Sultan of Sulu (c.1846) File:Shield (8112169562).jpg, Taming, a regalia of Brunei, displayed in the Royal Regalia Museum File:Panay Bukidnon Tribesmen With Taming Shield.jpg, Panay Bukidnon tribesmen posing with wooden Taming shields See also *Kalasag The kalaság is a large rectangular wooden shield used by precolonial Filipinos. The shield is made of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Karasak
The kalaság is a large rectangular wooden shield used by precolonial Filipinos. The shield is made of hardwood and is decorated with intricate carvings and an elaborate rattan binding on the front. The wood comes from native trees such as the ''dapdap'', ''polay'' and ''sablang''. The shield usually measured about in length and in width. Its base is composed of rattan wood which is strengthened by the application of resin coating that turned rock-hard upon drying. It was widely used throughout the Philippines for warfare. Datu Lapulapu was reported to have used this shield during the Battle of Mactan in 1521. Its shape is commonly used as part of the official seal of the Philippine National Police. Various kinds of kalasag are also represented in the provincial flags of Bukidnon, Maguindanao, and Mountain Province. The officers who bears the royal regalia of the Sultan of Brunei such as the ''Panglima Asgar'', ''Perwira Asgar'' and the ''Hulubalang Asgar'' carry the royal weapon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Utak
Utak is a traditional Filipino Filipino may refer to: * Something from or related to the Philippines ** Filipino language, standardized variety of 'Tagalog', the national language and one of the official languages of the Philippines. ** Filipinos, people who are citizens of th ... ethnic Moro weapon in the Sulu Archipelago. It is a sword with a wide tip designed for cutting forward and is a one-handed weapon meant for chopping. The sword is about in length with a hooked grip to prevent slipping when wet. References Filipino swords {{Philippines-hist-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Susuwat
Susuwat is a traditional Filipino ethnic Moro weapon. It is light and devastating used by the indigenous people of Mindanao Mindanao ( ) ( Jawi: مينداناو) is the second-largest island in the Philippines, after Luzon, and seventh-most populous island in the world. Located in the southern region of the archipelago, the island is part of an island group of .... It is a single blade with a wide tipped and a triple prong designed for forward cutting. The sword is about 24 to 28 inches in length with a hooked grip to prevent slipping when wet. References Arnis Filipino swords Weapons of the Philippine Army Malayan swords Blade weapons {{Philippines-hist-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Punyal
350px, An antique gunong from Mindanao. The gunong is a knife from Mindanao and the Visayas islands of the Philippines. In ancient past, it was called bunong by the Tagalog people. It is essentially a diminutive form of the larger kalis or kris. The gunong serves both as a utility knife and as a thrusting weapon used for close quarter fighting—usually as a last defense. It is most often associated with the Maranao, among whom the gunong was traditionally carried by both sexes, although it exists in other cultures throughout Mindanao and the Visayas. The weapon is generally tucked into the back of a waist sash. The gunong is one of many bladed weapons portrayed in the "Weapons of Moroland" plaque that has become a common souvenir item and pop culture icon in the Philippines. It is also known as punyal (also known as ''puñal de kris'' or ''kris knife'') among Visayans and the Yakan people; and badao among the Lumad people (which also applies to the balarao daggers). History ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pirah
''Pirah'' or ''pira'' is a type of Philippine bolo sword or knife characterized by a heavy blade and a wide tip. It superficially resembles a falchion but is much heavier. It is the traditional weapon favored by the Yakan people of Basilan Island. It usually features a ''kakatua'' ("cockatoo") hilt, which among the Yakan is distinctively elongated to function as arm support. Among Cebuano people and other Visayans, a similar sword is also known as the ''pira'', but differs in that it has an acutely pointed tip. Like other bolos, ''pirah'' were commonly used as farm implements, in addition to being used in combat. Gallery See also * Filipino martial arts * Bolo *Kampilan *Kalis *Klewang The klewang or kelewang is a class of bladed weapon between the sword and machete found in Indonesia and Malaysia. History During the Aceh War the Acehnese klewang proved very effective in close quarters combat against the sabre-wielding Dutch ... * Panabas References Blade weapon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Panabas
The panabas, also known as nawi, is a large, forward-curved sword or battle axe used by certain ethnic groups in the southern Philippines. It can range in size from 2 to 4 feet and can be held with one or both hands, delivering a deep, meat cleaver-like cut. In its heyday, it was used as a combat weapon, as an execution tool, and as a display of power. Occasional use as an agricultural and butchering tool has also been noted. The sword's name is a shortening of the word "''pang-tabas''", which means "for chopping". As such, its etymological origins are the root word ''tabas'' ("to chop off") and the prefix ''pang'' ("used for"). The panabas is one of many bladed weapons portrayed in the "Weapons of Moroland" plaque that has become a common souvenir item and pop culture icon in the Philippines. Appearance Easily one of the most recognizable among Filipino blade weapons, the panabas is distinguished by its size and its unique, forward-curving profile. At 2 to 4 feet, it is among t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gayang
Gayang is a common traditional Filipino ethnic Moro weapon in Sulu archipelago. It is a double-edged sword about 24-28 inches in length with a typical hook hilt grip to prevent slipping. The sword was believed to be from Borneo and was a Philippines' version of Mandau, a traditional sword of the Dayaks The Dayak (; older spelling: Dajak) or Dyak or Dayuh are one of the native groups of Borneo. It is a loose term for over 200 riverine and hill-dwelling ethnic groups, located principally in the central and southern interior of Borneo, each w ... of Borneo. References Arnis Filipino swords Weapons of the Philippine Army Malayan swords Blade weapons {{Sword-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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