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Lacquered 19thc Betel Box from Burma

Alive with intricately rendered figures, frames and tiny yellow dots, this antique betel box is one of the most interesting we’ve seen of this style. The figures on the top represent the eight calendar animals for the week (Wednesday gets two), and the sides of the cylindrical top are ringed with the twelve figures of the zodiac, plus added figures to complete the circle. The background of dark salmon-colored lacquer is covered with tiny yellow dots and the thin black lines of scale-like frames. On the bottom is Burmese writing, as yet untranslated, tho the date of 1209 (Burmese Era) can be read and converts to 1847CE. At this age, it is not unusual to see damage, as shown. We like that this beautiful object was used and enjoyed by multiple generations and can be still treasured in spite of its flaws. [Date Converter]

Size: 7 inches high; 9 inches diameter

$365.00

SKU: AL123 Category: Lacquer

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