Burmese antique lacquerware betel box. Individual Betel Box authentic Burmese Folk Art know as Kun- It, Mandalay Period. A lacquered cylindrical body of woven turned Bamboo decorated by incised lacquer overall with Chu-pan variant motif and traditional Folk Art characters. This Betel Box has four bowls that make up the entire box. This is a complete Burmese Lacquerware Betel Box.
Each bowl has a purpose. The top and base work as large containers and two shallow dishes work as small bowls. The workmanship is very unique having exquisite height details to the bottom of the base container and the two shallow bowls showcasing a complex design to the weaving. Antique Burmese Lacquerware is highly collectible, having books written on this Folk Art with museums having collections and exhibits of same. A very nice antique Burmese Betel Box in very good condition. Early 20th century collected in Burma (Myanmar) in 1999.
Each bowl has a purpose. The top and base work as large containers and two shallow dishes work as small bowls. The workmanship is very unique having exquisite height details to the bottom of the base container and the two shallow bowls showcasing a complex design to the weaving. Antique Burmese Lacquerware is highly collectible, having books written on this Folk Art with museums having collections and exhibits of same. A very nice antique Burmese Betel Box in very good condition. Early 20th century collected in Burma (Myanmar) in 1999.
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Dimensions:Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Diameter: 9 in (22.86 cm)
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Style:Other(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:Lacquer
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Place of Origin:Myanmar
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Period:Early 20th Century
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Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:New York, NY
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Reference Number:Seller: RH16Seller: LU923831996782
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