Two antique Burmese silver Betel boxes of half moon shape one with a pierced scroll leaf design and the other with embossed patterning with a small lion dog to the cover dating from the 19th or early 20th Century.
The boxes were used to hold and carry lime which was mixed with areca nut and then chewed.
Both boxes are of half moon shape with raised edges with push on fitted covers. One is embossed with panels repeated around the edge and the other with a pierced design of scrolling leaves. One with a flat base and the other with a recessed base engraved with a small cat or dog shaped figure with further markings. One of several examples we will be offering from an extensive collection of silver originating from the Middle and Far East.
Provenance: From the extensive collection of a distinguished lady acquired in the Middle East and fresh to the market.
In good condition with wear associated with age and use.
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Dimensions:Height: 1.97 in (5 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
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Materials and Techniques:SilverHand-Crafted
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Place of Origin:Myanmar
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Period:19th Century
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Date of Manufacture:19th Century
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor rubbing wear to some of the raised elements.
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Seller Location:Bishop’s Stortford, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: ORPL2206Seller: LU1328230162142
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