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Antique Burmese Bronze Market Weight, Hintha, 1 Viss

About the Item

Antique Burmese A-le, a zoomorphic form bronze market weight often referred to as an “opium weight”, in the form of a Hintha, a Brahmani Duck (Hamsa) emblem of the Mon kingdom with duck’s bill, crested comb, bulging eyes, and side wings standing on a tapered hexgonal base with a overhead loop handle connected to the tail and head, measuring 1 viss. Signs of wear, original patina, fine condition. 4.25 inches high x 2.25 inches deep and 2.5 inches wide (11 x 5.6 x 6.4cm) high. 3lbs. 6.2 oz. (1538g). 19th century.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: TM-EH900011stDibs: LU1778237317052

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