Small Cambodian Silver Plated Tea Caddy with Repousse

Offered is a silver plated brass Cambodian repousse lidded box probably meant as a tea caddy. It's the perfect size to store your earrings, rings, or other little treasures. This covered box was made entirely by hand and hammer marks and other tool marks are evident. Repousse designs are traditional floral motifs. A tremendous number of hours would have been spent to make this beautiful piece of silver. From the Washington, DC area estate of the Foreign Service Officer stationed in Cambodia and Vice Consul of Egypt.

Tea has a long and significant history in Cambodian society, dating back to ancient times.

Dimensions: 2.75" x 3.75"
145 grams

This item is unmarked. Condition is very good with a rich patina.

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