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Burmese Lacquered Offering Bowl

Offered by: Susan Silver Antiques

Description
Burmese black lacquered offering bowl is called a Hsun Kwet. It is unique to Burma and was used to present offerings of food at Buddhist monasteries. There are three bowls and two trays in a circular shape and topped by a stepped lid. The inside is a cinnabar color. The sides are ribbed and sits on six small feet. The bottom bowl would have been used for rice and the others for curries and condiments.

More Information

Origin:	Myanmar (Burma)
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Papier Mache
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	1910
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental
Dealer Reference #:	7459
Incollect Reference #:	414593

Dimensions

H.	16 in;	Diam.	17 in;
H.	40.64 cm;	Diam.	43.18 cm;

Message from Seller:

Susan Silver Antiques, located in Sheffield, Massachusetts, offers a carefully curated selection of 18th and 19th-century Georgian and Regency furniture and accessories. For inquiries, contact us at 413-229-8169 or susan@susansilverantiques.com.