2 betel nut tongs, Mandalay Region - Myanmar - Southeast Asian Periods
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Two bronze betel nut tongs from the Mandalay region, Myanmar, dating to the late 19th/early 20th century, featuring an elephant-tong and a dragon-tong, both with patina and in good condition, with European shipment only.
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2 betel nut tongs, originating from the Mandalay region.
Dating: Mandalay period.
Material: bronze alloy, heavy quality.
Depiction:
The betel nut tong above is shaped like an elephant. According to tradition, an elephant with its trunk raised brings prosperity and good luck. Dating: late 19th/early 20th century.
Dimensions: approx. 17 cm at most by approx. 11 cm.
The betel nut tong below is in the shape of a dragon, the mythical creature often seen in Burma, for example as a guardian at the entrance of a temple or palace.
Dimensions: approx. 17 cm by approx. 8 cm. Dating: circa 1930/1940.
Both tongs have acquired a beautiful patina through use. The tongs are in the condition as they were purchased, near Mandalay in 1971.
The condition of both objects is good, with normal wear.
Shipping only within Europe.
2 betel nut tongs, originating from the Mandalay region.
Dating: Mandalay period.
Material: bronze alloy, heavy quality.
Depiction:
The betel nut tong above is shaped like an elephant. According to tradition, an elephant with its trunk raised brings prosperity and good luck. Dating: late 19th/early 20th century.
Dimensions: approx. 17 cm at most by approx. 11 cm.
The betel nut tong below is in the shape of a dragon, the mythical creature often seen in Burma, for example as a guardian at the entrance of a temple or palace.
Dimensions: approx. 17 cm by approx. 8 cm. Dating: circa 1930/1940.
Both tongs have acquired a beautiful patina through use. The tongs are in the condition as they were purchased, near Mandalay in 1971.
The condition of both objects is good, with normal wear.
Shipping only within Europe.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Southeast Asian Periods
Number of objects
2
Country of Origin
Myanmar
Title of artwork
2 betel nut tongs, Mandalay Region
Condition
Good condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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