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Antique Burmese lacquerware pedestal, late 19th Century. 22.5cm high. Burma
Antique Burmese lacquerware pedestal, late 19th Century. 22.5cm high. Burma
Antique Burmese lacquerware pedestal, late 19th Century. 22.5cm high. Burma
Antique Burmese lacquerware pedestal, late 19th Century. 22.5cm high. Burma

Antique Burmese lacquerware pedestal, late 19th Century. 22.5cm high. Burma

$ 347.22

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Original/Repro: Antique Original
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Type: Pedestal
  • Product: Pedestal
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Region of Origin: Burma
  • Primary Material: Lacquerware

    Description

    Burmese lacquerware pedestal, late 19th Century.
    This beautiful lacquerware pedestal is from Burma and is constructed from lacquered wood and gilded metal with elaborate golden decoration with coloured glass.
    Such a pedestal was used as a stand for special and elaborate betel boxes, often for ceremonial use.
    A scarce find in the UK.
    Condition is good overall.
    Structurally sound but with old wear and general ageing.
    Crack surrounding base of central stand, but is all structurally sound.
    For a similar example, please see
    Burmese Crafts Past and Present by Sylvia Fraser Lu, Oxford University Press, plate 221.
    Size: Approx. 22.5cm high. 23cm diameter.
    Burmese lacquerware pedestal, late 19th Century. This beautiful lacquerware pedestal is from Burma and is constructed from lacquered wood and gilded metal with elaborate golden decoration with coloured glass.  Such a pedestal was used as a stand for special and elaborate betel boxes, often for ceremonial use. A scarce find in the UK. Condition is good overall.  Structurally sound but with old wear and general ageing.  Crack surrounding base of central stand, but is all structurally sound. For a similar example, please see Burmese Crafts Past and Present by Sylvia Fraser Lu, Oxford University Press, plate 221. Size: Approx. 22.5cm high. 23cm diameter.