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TOBO-00710 This case is made in the shape of a man, Bhuta, and he carries a fruit from the pandan plant in his left hand. His full name in Balinese is BHUTA NGABA SARI, ngaba is coherent to the tribe ABA, meaning; holding on, to carry. A similar demon can be found on Balinese kris-hefts as well. (With thanks to Hedi Hinzler) 1930-1950 This case is made in the shape of a man, Bhuta, and he carries a fruit from the pandan plant in his left hand. His full name in Balinese is BHUTA NGABA SARI, ngaba is coherent to the tribe ABA, meaning; holding on, to carry. A similar demon can be found on Balinese kris-hefts as well. (With thanks to Hedi Hinzler) Very good quality Mint The whole case is original; the matching knives are still in the case.