Cambodian Silver Betel Box — Chased Lion Form (276 grams)

$850.00
This type of vintage Khmer Cambodian repousse lidded box is often described as a betel box. The betel nut is a popular psychostimulant in Southeast Asia, and was often stored in these elaborate boxes. This large betel box has been elaborately shaped into the form of a recumbent guardian lion. The tall angled sides are decorated profusely with patterns representing hair. 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. A tremendous number of hours would have been spent to make this beautiful piece. From a Washington, DC area estate. Unmarked but acid testing as a low grade silver alloy. Weight is 276 grams. Dimensions: 3.25" x 5" x 8" Condition is perfect. Price is firm. Check out some silver holloware from around the world: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=shop_sugg§ion_id=6783258 Or just browse the whole shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP
This type of vintage Khmer Cambodian repousse lidded box is often described as a betel box. The betel nut is a popular psychostimulant in Southeast Asia, and was often stored in these elaborate boxes. This large betel box has been elaborately shaped into the form of a recumbent guardian lion. The tall angled sides are decorated profusely with patterns representing hair. 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. A tremendous number of hours would have been spent to make this beautiful piece. From a Washington, DC area estate. Unmarked but acid testing as a low grade silver alloy. Weight is 276 grams. Dimensions: 3.25" x 5" x 8" Condition is perfect. Price is firm. Check out some silver holloware from around the world: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=shop_sugg§ion_id=6783258 Or just browse the whole shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP