Large Betel Nut Box, Maranao, Southern Philippines (Mindanao).
Bronze with bordered silver inlay design overall of a symmetrical floral tendril vine pattern referred to as “the okir pattern”, a traditional design for the Maranao people. This large betel box is a rectangular body with a hinged lid, containing three sectioned interior chambers covered with four hinged and decorated lids. One of the smaller chambers is encrusted with slaked lime. The box details include chamfered upright corners and incise hammered copper loop side handles. This box was used for the storage of the betel leaf, areca nut and chewing condiments. Condition: Minor signs of age and use, otherwise fine.
Measuring: 4 inches high x 8.625 inches long x 4 inches deep. (10.2 x 22 x 10.2 cm).
6 lbs. 15 oz. (3158 grams).
19th century.
Bronze with bordered silver inlay design overall of a symmetrical floral tendril vine pattern referred to as “the okir pattern”, a traditional design for the Maranao people. This large betel box is a rectangular body with a hinged lid, containing three sectioned interior chambers covered with four hinged and decorated lids. One of the smaller chambers is encrusted with slaked lime. The box details include chamfered upright corners and incise hammered copper loop side handles. This box was used for the storage of the betel leaf, areca nut and chewing condiments. Condition: Minor signs of age and use, otherwise fine.
Measuring: 4 inches high x 8.625 inches long x 4 inches deep. (10.2 x 22 x 10.2 cm).
6 lbs. 15 oz. (3158 grams).
19th century.
Provenance:
with S.C.Vizcarra Arts & Handicrafts, Manila.
Private Collection, Bay Area, CA.
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Dimensions:Height: 8.625 in (21.91 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
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Style:Tribal(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:BronzeSilverCast,Inlay
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Place of Origin:Philippines
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Period:19th Century
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Date of Manufacture:19th century
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
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Reference Number:Seller: TM-UH90007Seller: LU1778237904212
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