Trio of Southeast Asian Lacquerware Bowls Decorated in Gold and Black

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3 Southeast Asian lacquerware bowls decorated in gold and black with traditional motifs. First half of the 20th century.

Burmese … Read more 3 Southeast Asian lacquerware bowls decorated in gold and black with traditional motifs. First half of the 20th century.

Burmese lacquerware bowls like this are crafted using traditional techniques involving multiple layers of lacquer derived from tree sap over a base of woven bamboo or horsehair. The intricate designs are hand-carved and often feature traditional motifs. See less