Hill Tribe Betel Nut Box
Located in New York, NY
A betel nut box. Hill Tribe Betel Nut Box, from the Hill Tribes that live amongst Thailand and Loa borders in the mountain hills. Hand made of hard wood ...
Wood
$375
H 11 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
Antique Thai Wooden Betel Nut Box with Carved Décor and Pierced Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Thai wooden betel nut box from the early 20th century, with carved décor and pierced motifs. Born in Thailand during the early 20th century, this antique wooden betel nut ...
Wood
Traditional Wooden Hand-Painted Lacquer Box from Olinalá, Mexico
Located in Mexico City, MX
This traditional hand-painted box is representative of a technique typical of the region of Olinalá, in the state of Guerrero in southern Mexico. The most important centre of lacquer...
Lacquer, Wood
Old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box is a finely crafted piece from the early 20th century, originating from Burma (modern-day Myanmar), and ref...
Lacquer
Personal size Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao)
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Personal size Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao). A mixed metal box having a brass body with bordered silver inlay design overall of a symmetrical floral tendril...
Silver, Brass
Carved wooden box 60's folk art
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Lovely 60's carved and stained solid wood box, quality folk art and handcrafted work. Beautiful vintage condition, with traces of age and use throughout (see photos).
Wood
Old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box from Burma
Located in DEVENTER, NL
This old Burmese lacquerware betelnut box is a charming and authentic piece of early 20th-century craftsmanship from Burma (now Myanmar). Measuring 17.5 cm in height with an 18.6 cm diameter and weighing 818 grams, this delicately made box reflects the traditional techniques and cultural heritage of Burmese lacquerware artisans. Crafted from finely layered lacquer over a bamboo or wood base, it would have originally been used to store betelnuts—a common and culturally significant offering in Burmese social and religious practices. The surface likely features classic Burmese motifs or decorative patterns, characteristic of the period and region. This piece is not only a functional container but also a beautiful example of Southeast Asian folk art. Perfect for collectors of ethnic antiques...
Lacquer
Antique Burmese Lacquer Betel Box “Kun-It”
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Burmese Betel Box “Kun-It”, a cylindrical woven container with a deep lid and interior tray all covered in layers of black, red and green lacquer having incised decoration of...
Lacquer
$245
H 3.55 in W 6.11 in D 3.75 in
Wooden Make-up Box From The Kuba Tribe, Dr Congo, late 19th century
By Kuba
Located in Bilzen, BE
A very old wooden make-up box Circa: late 19th century Origin: DR Congo Very rich tribal aged patina and traces 9.5 x 15.5 cm, height 9 cm
Wood
Kuba tribal Tukula Box – Early 1900s, D.R. Congo
By Kuba
Located in Bilzen, BE
Kuba Tukula Box – Early 1900s, D.R. Congo Dimensions: 17.5 cm x 7.5 cm Material: Carved wood with pigment traces A finely carved semi-circular Kuba tukula box, dating from the earl...
Wood
An Indian Wedding Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
This massive wooden wedding chest was made the earliest part of the 19th century in Gujarat, India. The chest originally contained dowry items (such as clothing and blankets) and was...
Teak
A Painted Neolithic Pottery Basin
Located in Chicago, IL
Qijia Culture, Northwestern China, c. 2200–1600 BCE Rare painted large terracotta basin distinguished by its dramatic architectural form and finely executed geometric decoration. Han...
Terracotta
Burmese Temple Manuscript Cabinet with Original Patina
Located in Chicago, IL
This monumental manuscript cabinet is from Rangoon, Burma and made from teak wood, lacquer, and gold leaf. This manuscript cabinet features its orig...
Gold Leaf
Large Indian Storage Chest on Wheels
Located in Chicago, IL
A superb example of an Indian (Gujarat) dowry chest with ornate frame, iron reinforcements and wheels. These chests were used to hold blankets and other valuables. The small upper door could be locked...
Teak
A Painted Neolithic Pottery Basin
Located in Chicago, IL
Yangshao Culture, China, c. 5000–3000 BCE A large painted terracotta basin decorated with finely executed black mineral-pigment motifs over a warm earthenware surface. Flowing geomet...
Terracotta
A Bronze Indian Urli
Located in Chicago, IL
This shallow bronze bowl is an open fire cooking vessel known as urli, used throughout southern India for preparing ayurvedic medicines and cooking large quantities of food for gathe...
Brass