Fine old Burmese lacquer box with a sieve insert lid, this piece is most likely from the Shan State and was used as a food receptacle, as the small holes would keep the bugs out. Circa 30 to 50 years old, it is very thin and lightweight and the body is constructed of woven bamboo. Excellent original condition with minor lacquer loss at the bottom’s edge as to be expected from a genuinely old piece, unlike so many brand new or heavily restored Burmese lacquer pieces being offered as 1... Click for details
A graceful low table from Thailand has a concave top to hold offerings of flowers or fruit. The table is made of Thai teak, which has not been available for a number of years due to a government prohibition on harvesting in the endangered teak forests. The Cambodian and Burmese teak now used in Thailand have a different grain and color. The satin-like wood on this piece is unadorned except for nicely handcarved blossoms that encircle the rim, a design with a quiet, serene Asian feel. Adding inte... Click for details
A Burmese "sadaik," or manuscript chest, is decorated with molded lacquer scenes from the "Jataka," stories about important events in the life of Buddha. The top of the lid shows two scenes especially revered by Burmese Buddhists: The first is Buddha sitting under the Bodhi tree at the moment of enlightenment; the second is the earth goddess, Wathundaye, wringing water out of her hair to drown an evil spirit riding on an elephant. The front panel depicts an encounter between a hunter and a Naga,... Click for details
Rare and authentic antique Burmese Shan late 19th betel box. This piece is sold unapologetically “as is”, and would make an ideal “anatomical” study piece for anyone with a genuine interest in the art of Burmese lacquer making. Please note: I have put a single grain of rice (long grain) in some of the enlargements for perspective to appreciate the fine craftsmanship that went into making such a simple piece. The two halves fit into one another with same precision as a piston and cyl... Click for details
This is a magnificent Inlaid Wooden Tray with Natural Rainbow Pearl ( Pearl with 7 colors ). The inlaid worked is so beautiful and consider as Master Piece of Inlaid Wooden tray. Please see the photo for details master work.
Made of thick hand-hewn teak, this 19th century kitchen cabinet from East Java has two sets of doors that swing open on wooden peg hinges. This very solid cabinet was used outdoors in the tropical East Javanese climate to store provisions. A bit of TLC restored the original glow to the teak. The upper doors, each carved with a large leaf, are locked in place with double pegs. The bottom doors each are carved with an animal that resembles a tapir. Side and bottom panels have carved flowers. The c... Click for details
