Lacquer Betel Box

Decorative betel box from Burma, circa 1900. Lacquered cylindrical body in bamboo decorated overall in red lacquer with geometric motifs.

Decorative betel box from Burma, circa 1900. Lacquered cylindrical body in bamboo decorated overall in red lacquer with geometric motifs.

Decorative betel box from Burma, circa 1900. Lacquered cylindrical body in bamboo decorated overall in red lacquer with geometric motifs.

Crafted in early 20th century Burma, this round betel box is decorated in a style known as "yun" ware.

Burmese antique lacquerware betel box. Individual Betel Box authentic Burmese Folk Art know as Kun- It, Mandalay Period.

An attractive antique Burmese cylindrical orange and black lacquered bamboo betel box, kun-it, with interior tray, early 20th century, circa 1910, Burma (Myanmar).

This round betel box by the Karen people of the Thai/Burma border is formed of woven bamboo strips coated in dark lacquer.

Crafted in early 20th century Burma, this round betel box is decorated in a style known as "yun" ware.

A striking Sumatran lacquered burl humidor box used for the storing implements related to betel nut chewing.

This particular betel nut box has been converted into a lamp. The box itself is made from woven bamboo and sealed with multiple coats of natural black lacquer and colored lacquers.

This particular betel nut box has been converted into a lamp. The box itself is made from woven bamboo and sealed with multiple coats of natural black lacquer and colored lacquers.

This particular betel nut box has been converted into a lamp. The box itself is made from woven bamboo and sealed with multiple coats of natural black lacquer and colored lacquers.

This particular betel nut box has been converted into a lamp. The box itself is made from woven bamboo and sealed with multiple coats of natural black and brown lacquer.

The betel nut box, which contains betel leaves and various condiments, is a traditional item of hospitality in a Burmese house.

The betel nut box, which contains betel leaves and various condiments, is a traditional item of hospitality in a Burmese house.

This British Colonial-inspired reproduction lamp has brightly polished metal mounts. The mosaic-tiled glass is formed in the traditional melon (also referred to as ‘pumpkin’) shape, ...

Cylindrical red lacquer betel-box, 'kun it,' with internal tray.

A blend of leaves, nuts, seasonings, and sometimes tobacco, betel was kept in finely worked and highly decorated boxes.

A blend of leaves, nuts, seasonings, and sometimes tobacco, betel was kept in finely worked and decorated boxes.

A blend of leaves, nuts, seasonings, and sometimes tobacco, betel was kept in finely worked and decorated boxes.

This round betel box is simply painted with layers of red and black lacquer.

Betel Box, Kun It Burma Late 19th/early 20th century Bamboo, lacquer H: 7.5 in x D: 8.5 in :: 19 cm x 21.5 cm Intricately painted motifs (including chili seed pattern, Nga Y...

Late 19th-early 20th century lacquered wood betel box from Burma Intricate painted details showing a scene from the Ramayana decorate this portable food offering vessel.

Vintage Burmese Betel Box “Kun-It”, a cylindrical woven container with a deep lid and shallow interior tray, all covered in layers of red black and yellow lacquer having incised deco...

Unlike typical Burmese betel boxes, which are cylindrical in shape, this betel box has a square form, indicating it was created by the Intha people of the Shan States.

Vintage bamboo betel box/tray. Original color. Cambodia. Early to Mid-20th century.

Description A fantastic richly decorated lacquer box. Condition Some damages to rims and expected ware. Size: 32.8cm Period 18th century Qing (1661 - 1912)

This small treasure box from the late 19th century exemplifies the lavish splendor of the Qing-dynasty (1644-1911) decorative arts, finished with intricate surface embellishment and ...

Well crafted antique Chinese cinnabar lidded box with blue enamel interior. Intricately carved throughout with cranes, trees, foliate and floral pattern.

This antique Burmese lacquerware betelnut box, crafted in the 19th century, is a fine representation of the intricate artistry found in Burma (Myanmar). Standing at a height of 19.4 ...

This exquisite large antique Burmese lacquerware betelnut box, dating back to the 19th century, stands at an impressive height of 28.2 cm and has a diameter of 27.5 cm. Crafted from ...

Red Chinese Vintage Lacquer Box This box measures: 14.5 wide x 14.5 deep x 8 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as possible. We d...

This Antique Burmese lacquerware betelnut box is a remarkable representation of traditional craftsmanship from Burma (Myanmar), dating back to the 19th century. Standing at 21 cm tal...

Chinese red lacquer box. Measures: 11.5 x 11.5 x 6.5 inch.