Burmese Black Lacquer Pumpkin Tiffin Box - 19thC | Indigo Oriental Antiques
Burmese Black Lacquer Pumpkin Tiffin Box - 19thC | Indigo Oriental Antiques

Burmese Black Lacquer Pumpkin Box - 19thC

SKU: A00532

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This charming black lacquer tiffin box was used for packaging up small snacks which the colonials called tiffin. This box is classic of the Burmese style and is usually made from woven grass or bamboo. The lacquer work over the top give the box extraordinary strength and durability.

As well as tiffin boxes, these were used by families to take rice to the Buddhist Temples for offerings or for the resident monks. It's in very good condition for it's age dating from the 2nd half of the 19th century.
From Burma


12.5 x 12.5 x 13 cm

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