22nd Jun, 2022 11:00

Silver & Objects of Vertu
 
  Lot 172
 

An early 20th century Burmese unmarked silver betel box, probably provincial circa 1920

An early 20th century Burmese unmarked silver betel box, probably provincial circa 1920

Of cylindrical form with a domed pull off lid surmounted by detachable figure. The sides with embossed decoration of theatrical figures interspersed with foliate scroll, all above a chased acanthus leaf border. The lid with nine vignettes of dog in various poses, the figure atop of a chased calyx.

Height – 20.5 cm / 8.15 inches

Diameter – 18 cm / 7.15 inches

Weight – 1062 grams / 34.14 ozt

Estimated at £600 - £800

 

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