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Red Lacquer Food Bowl, Khwet, Burma, Early to Mid-20th Century, Bamboo
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Red lacquer food bowl, Khwet, Burma early to mid-20th century. Bamboo.
Bowls like these were used in temples, as well as in households across Burma, and were used to serve rice. This is a particularly large example. It rests on six small feet and is reinforced with ribs spaced around the outside of the bowl. The foundation is hand woven of bamboo and covered with layer upon layer of lacquer, the red color added in the final lacquer applications.
Measures: 19" diameter by 7.25" tall.
Details
- DimensionsHeight: 7.25 in. (18.42 cm)Diameter: 19 in. (48.26 cm)
- StyleFolk Art (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques
- Place of Origin
- Period
- Date of ManufactureEarly to Mid-20th Century
- ConditionWear consistent with age and use.
- Seller LocationPoint Richmond, CA
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