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Burmese Yun

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box
Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box

$380

H 4.25 in Dm 4.25 in

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box

Located in Chicago, IL

architecture. The art of lacquer of Myanmar (Burma) is known as 'pan yun' and traditionally begins with a

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20th Century Burmese Folk Art Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Yun Lacquer Cup, c. 1900
Burmese Yun Lacquer Cup, c. 1900

Burmese Yun Lacquer Cup, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This delicate cup from the late 19th century is a lovely example of the Burmese art of lacquer (pan

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Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Folk Art Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Yun Lacquer Tray, c. 1900
Burmese Yun Lacquer Tray, c. 1900

Burmese Yun Lacquer Tray, c. 1900

$180

H 1.5 in Dm 5.25 in

Burmese Yun Lacquer Tray, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This round tray dates to the early 20th century and is a simple example of Burmese lacquerware. The

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Bamboo

Petite Burmese Yun Betel Box, c. 1900
Petite Burmese Yun Betel Box, c. 1900

Petite Burmese Yun Betel Box, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

textiles. The art of lacquer of Myanmar (Burma) is known as 'pan yun' and traditionally begins with a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Folk Art Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Red & Black Lacquer Ladle
Burmese Red & Black Lacquer Ladle

Burmese Red & Black Lacquer Ladle

$88

H 3 in W 9.75 in D 4 in

Burmese Red & Black Lacquer Ladle

Located in Chicago, IL

This colorful, wooden ladle continues the time-honored tradition of Burmese lacquer art (pan yun

Category

20th Century Burmese Folk Art Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Burmese Red Lacquer Stacking Trays, c. 1900
Burmese Red Lacquer Stacking Trays, c. 1900

Burmese Red Lacquer Stacking Trays, c. 1900

$748 / set

H 2.5 in Dm 12.5 in

Burmese Red Lacquer Stacking Trays, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

scrollwork, animals and mythical creatures. The art of lacquer of Myanmar (Burma) is known as 'pan yun' and

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Folk Art Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Bamboo

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Burmese Yun Stacking Betel Box
Burmese Yun Stacking Betel Box

Burmese Yun Stacking Betel Box

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H 3.75 in Dm 5 in

Burmese Yun Stacking Betel Box

Located in Chicago, IL

worked and decorated boxes. Crafted in early 20th century Burma, this round betel box is decorated in a

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Early 20th Century Burmese Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo, Lacquer

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box
Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box

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H 4.25 in Dm 3 in

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box

Located in Chicago, IL

lacquer of Myanmar (Burma) is known as 'pan yun' and traditionally begins with a basic form of woven

Category

20th Century Burmese Folk Art Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Yun Stacking Betel Box
Burmese Yun Stacking Betel Box

Burmese Yun Stacking Betel Box

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H 6.75 in Dm 7.25 in

Burmese Yun Stacking Betel Box

Located in Chicago, IL

worked and decorated boxes. Crafted in early 20th century Burma, this round betel box is decorated in a

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bamboo, Lacquer

Burmese Yun Lacquer Footed Bowl, c. 1900
Burmese Yun Lacquer Footed Bowl, c. 1900

Burmese Yun Lacquer Footed Bowl, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Myanmar (Burma) is known as 'pan yun' and traditionally begins with a basic form of woven bamboo or carved

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Folk Art Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Yun Lacquer Gourd Box, c. 1900
Burmese Yun Lacquer Gourd Box, c. 1900

Burmese Yun Lacquer Gourd Box, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

of Myanmar (Burma) is known as 'pan yun' and traditionally begins with a basic form of woven bamboo

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Burmese Folk Art Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo

Early 20th Century Burmese Yun Lacquer Box
Early 20th Century Burmese Yun Lacquer Box

Early 20th Century Burmese Yun Lacquer Box

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H 5.75 in W 14.75 in D 9.25 in

Early 20th Century Burmese Yun Lacquer Box

Located in Chicago, IL

Crafted in early 20th century Burma, this rectangular box is cloaked in layer upon layer of

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Burmese Red Lacquer Tray, c. 1900
Burmese Red Lacquer Tray, c. 1900

Burmese Red Lacquer Tray, c. 1900

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H 2.5 in Dm 12.5 in

Burmese Red Lacquer Tray, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This large, round tray dates to the early 20th century and is a simple example of Burmese

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Folk Art Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Black & Red Lacquer Gourd Box, c. 1900
Burmese Black & Red Lacquer Gourd Box, c. 1900

Burmese Black & Red Lacquer Gourd Box, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

traditional Burmese lacquerware (pan yun). The little box is sculpted to the shape of a gourd, pumpkin or

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Folk Art Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Yun Lacquered Betel Box
Burmese Yun Lacquered Betel Box

Burmese Yun Lacquered Betel Box

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H 7.5 in Dm 7.5 in

Burmese Yun Lacquered Betel Box

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Burmese red lacquer betel-box finely decorated and hand painted with scene of Asian architectural

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bamboo, Lacquer

Burmese Yun Lacquer Container, c. 1900
Burmese Yun Lacquer Container, c. 1900

Burmese Yun Lacquer Container, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

worked and decorated boxes. This round container was originally the lid to a Burmese betel box and is

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Folk Art Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Yun Lacquer Tray, c. 1900
Burmese Yun Lacquer Tray, c. 1900

Burmese Yun Lacquer Tray, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This round tray dates to the early 20th century and is a simple example of Burmese lacquerware. The

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box, C. 1900
Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box, C. 1900

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box, C. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

worked and decorated boxes. Crafted in Burma in the early 20th-century, this round betel box is decorated

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box, c. 1900
Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box, c. 1900

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

worked and decorated boxes. This round Burmese betel box is intricately painted and decorated with an

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Folk Art Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box, c. 1900
Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box, c. 1900

Burmese Yun Lacquer Betel Box, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

decorated in a style of Burmese lacquerware known as "yun" ware. Many coats of red-orange cinnabar lacquer

Category

Early 20th Century Burmese Lacquer

Materials

Bamboo, Lacquer

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Located in Ottawa, Ontario

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Materials: Bamboo Furniture

Bamboo — the reed-like, woody grass revered the world over for its attractiveness, durability and unbeatable versatility — has a purity and elegance that Ming Dynasty dignitaries, European royals and workaday folks alike have appreciated for centuries. Antique and vintage bamboo furniture can help introduce an air of relaxation in any space, and pairs well with chinoiserie decor and a range of porcelain decorative objects.

So why is bamboo — in its many forms — so enduringly popular? The grass itself is classic-looking and pleasingly geometric, and it evokes a subtle exoticism that’s both glamorous and (due in large part to its sustainability) highly attainable.

Bamboo is harder than mahogany. It’s a rigid and hollow reed, and as such it is not rattan, which is dense, steamable and bendable, and has become its own ultimate decorative-arts chameleon over the years. But like rattan, bamboo is an organic material that provides a link to nature, helping us to bring a bit of the outside in, in an elegant yet no-frills way that seems comforting and familiar. Plus, bamboo’s lightness and slight irregularities make it the perfect counterpoint to heavy-feeling interiors.

For organic modern interiors — or any space that would benefit from a dose of the natural world — a variety of vintage bamboo outdoor furniture, side tables, dining chairs and more can be found on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Decorative-objects for You

Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with antique and vintage decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation: Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.