Antique late-19th Century Burmese (Myanmar) solid silver betel box on stand, of traditional shape, highly-decorative, each part is chased in very high-relief with various scenes from Burmese folklore and Buddhism in shaped reserves, surrounded by scrolling foliage, the cylindrical box resting on a circular base applied with paw feet, chased with scrolling foliage and kneeling figures, the cover is surmounted by an impressive cast figurative finial modelled as a warrior in traditional Burmese dress. The piece has been tested shows a 900+ silver standard. As often the case for Burmese silver the piece appears to be unmarked.
CONDITION
In Great Condition – No Damage.
SIZE
Height: 37cm
Width: 28cm
Weight: 2260g
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Dimensions:Height: 14.57 in (37 cm)Diameter: 11.03 in (28 cm)
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Materials and Techniques:Silver
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Place of Origin:Myanmar
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Period:19th Century
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Date of Manufacture:circa 1890
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In Great Condition – No Damage.
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Seller Location:Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: A9199Seller: LU1348235157642
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