Large Antique Red Lacquered Burmese Basket

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This piece carries with it the soul of a rural village in Burma. Originally, this was a humble grain or … Read more This piece carries with it the soul of a rural village in Burma. Originally, this was a humble grain or rice basket, meticulously hand-woven from natural rattan or bamboo. Its simple, functional form was a staple of daily life, holding sustenance for a family. Its four-footed shape was designed to keep it off the ground, a testament to a craftsmanship that valued both practicality and simple beauty.

Its true uniqueness, however, lies in its transformation. It has been given a new life, elevated from a utilitarian object to a piece of high art through its beautiful, rich red lacquered finish. This color, a powerful symbol of good fortune, happiness, and royalty in Burmese culture, imbues the vessel with a new, vibrant purpose. The visible texture of the rattan weave peeking through the finish is its fingerprint, a quiet reminder of its humble beginnings and the hands that crafted it.

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