Burmese Red Lacquer Bowl - Ca 1920 Origin - Mughal paint loss and surface patination

paint loss and surface patination consistent with age and outdoor use

This particular chair was originally lacquered with a burgundy lacquer which has since mostly worn away

110 x 46 x 33 (wxdxh cms)

this cabinet has been decorated with gold leaf and a coloured lacquer base

Most hundis can be wired at extra cost with a 3 way or single fitting and brass ceiling hooks can also be supplied if required

Burmese Red Lacquer Bowl - Ca 1920 Origin - Mughal paint loss and surface patinationThese lacquer bowls are Burmese, dating to the beginning of the 20th century. They're constructed from woven grass or bamboo and the lacquer work gives strength and durability. They come in all sizes as well as tiffin boxes, paan boxes & trays. There is an old vintage sticker on the bottom of the bowl. All Burmese families prided themselves on their lacquer work. Because of the fragile nature of these boxes, many of these boxes were destroyed. The