6 opium weights - Bronze - Myanmar - 19th century

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Six bronze opium weights from 19th‑century Myanmar, in excellent condition, weighing 80 g, 153 g, 306 g, 297 g, 316 g and 322 g and measuring 4.2 cm to 6.9 cm, with provenance Galeriehouder / Antiekhandelaar.

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These antique opium weights are a beautiful example of 20th-century Burmese art.
Opium weights were formerly used in Burma (Myanmar) to weigh opium, a product that for a long time played an important role in the local economy and culture.
The weights are often decorated with symbolic figures or patterns that emphasize their connection to the natural world and the spiritual dimension.
Weight from small to large: 80 g, 153 g, 306 g,
297 g, 316 g and 322 g.
Length from smallest to largest: 4.2 cm, 4.9 cm, 6.1 cm,
6.5 cm, 6.5 cm and 6.9 cm.

Will be well packed and sent via registered mail.

These antique opium weights are a beautiful example of 20th-century Burmese art.
Opium weights were formerly used in Burma (Myanmar) to weigh opium, a product that for a long time played an important role in the local economy and culture.
The weights are often decorated with symbolic figures or patterns that emphasize their connection to the natural world and the spiritual dimension.
Weight from small to large: 80 g, 153 g, 306 g,
297 g, 316 g and 322 g.
Length from smallest to largest: 4.2 cm, 4.9 cm, 6.1 cm,
6.5 cm, 6.5 cm and 6.9 cm.

Will be well packed and sent via registered mail.

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
19th century
No. of items
6
Country of Origin
Myanmar
Material
Bronze
Title of artwork
6 opium weights
Condition
Excellent condition
Provenance
Gallery / Antique dealer
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Objects sold
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