Box (2) - Payment box - Silver - Beteldoos | Shan-staten
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Two antique silver beteldoos from the 19th century, cylindrical and richly decorated in repoussé and chasing, about 6 cm high and 6 cm wide (0.2 cm depth), total weight ca. 71 g, origin likely Myanmar (Shan States), not tested for silver content.
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This beautiful antique silver box is a remarkable example of traditional Asian silversmithing, likely originating from Burma (Myanmar) or the Shan States. The object, often referred to by its style and function as a 'betel box' (kun yit in Burmese), was historically used for storing the ingredients for chewing betel.
The box is cylindrical in shape and highly decorated with detailed repoussé and chasing. The side features a continuous band with figures and images (pictograms) depicting scenes from local folklore, mythology, or possibly zodiac signs.
The craftsmanship is of high quality, as evidenced by the fine details of the figures against a matte background. Both the base and the lid have an outwardly flaring edge, and the lid is crowned with an elegant element.
Although the piece appears inconspicuous, which is common with antique Burmese silver, it often shows a high silver content in (acid) tests. A valuable addition for collectors of Asian art, antique silver, or ethnographic items.
This object has not been tested for silver content.
Object type: Doos / Beteldoos
Material: Silver (probably high-quality, comparable to .900 or .950 silver, but unnoticeable).
Estimated period: 19th century
Origin: Probably Myanmar or Southeast Asia (Shan states).
Condition: Good antique condition with light signs of use and patina, appropriate for its age.
Dimensions: approximately 6 cm high
Weight: approximately 71 grams
This beautiful antique silver box is a remarkable example of traditional Asian silversmithing, likely originating from Burma (Myanmar) or the Shan States. The object, often referred to by its style and function as a 'betel box' (kun yit in Burmese), was historically used for storing the ingredients for chewing betel.
The box is cylindrical in shape and highly decorated with detailed repoussé and chasing. The side features a continuous band with figures and images (pictograms) depicting scenes from local folklore, mythology, or possibly zodiac signs.
The craftsmanship is of high quality, as evidenced by the fine details of the figures against a matte background. Both the base and the lid have an outwardly flaring edge, and the lid is crowned with an elegant element.
Although the piece appears inconspicuous, which is common with antique Burmese silver, it often shows a high silver content in (acid) tests. A valuable addition for collectors of Asian art, antique silver, or ethnographic items.
This object has not been tested for silver content.
Object type: Doos / Beteldoos
Material: Silver (probably high-quality, comparable to .900 or .950 silver, but unnoticeable).
Estimated period: 19th century
Origin: Probably Myanmar or Southeast Asia (Shan states).
Condition: Good antique condition with light signs of use and patina, appropriate for its age.
Dimensions: approximately 6 cm high
Weight: approximately 71 grams
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
71 g
Title additional information
Beteldoos | Shan-staten
No. of items
2
Country of Origin
Myanmar/Burma
Material
Silver
Model
Payment box
Style
Antique
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
6 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
0.2 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
