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Antique Burmese Karaweik 1 Viss Opium Weight

$850

£656.77

€759.29

CA$1,201.11

A$1,347.13

CHF 705.47

MX$16,368.90

NOK 8,958.28

SEK 8,493.08

DKK 5,667.71

About the Item

Antique Burmese 1 viss A-le, a zoomorphic form bronze market weight often referred to as an “opium weight”, in the form of a Karaweik, a Burmese crane with pointed beak, bulging eyes, side wings and upturned tail standing on a tapered octagonal base with a crest and mane in three peaks, repeated on the overhead loop handle connected to the tail feathers. Additional lead plug between the feet to balance the weight. Measuring: 1 viss, the approximate equivalent to 1632 grams. Condition: Signs of wear and patina from years of use. 4.875 in. high x 2.75 in. wide x 3.5 in. deep. (124 x 70 x 88 mm) Weight 3lbs. 9.9 oz. (1644g.) Late 19th century. Provenance: A Raleigh, NC estate. U.S.A. art market

Dimensions:

Height: 4.875 in (12.39 cm)Width: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Depth: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)

Style:

Other (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze,Cast

Place of Origin:

Myanmar

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Late 19th Century

Condition:

Additions or alterations made to the original: Additional lead plug between the feet to balance the weight. Wear consistent with age and use.

Seller Location:

Point Richmond, CA

Reference Number:

Seller: TM-UH901461stDibs: LU1778245676792

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