Large Antique Burmese Lacquer Document/Manuscript
Updated August 6, 2026
| Lot number | 140 |
| Estimate | 200.00 - 400.00 USD |
| Category | Antiques & Furniture |
| Auction | Asian Antiques,Chinese Porcelain & Persian Rugs | No Reserve |
| Date | August 8, 2026 at 8:00 AM CDT |
| Auction house | Rivertown Antiques and Estate Services |
| Location | Houston, Texas |
A colorful handmade Burmese lacquer box that is a piece of folk art. The amount of hand work is amazing. Lightweight wood has been fashioned into a long rectangular box and then has been coated in lacquer. The design is intricate with a pair of stylized peacocks on the top lid. The colors are red, and black with gilt accents. The interior is a very rich, red lacquer. The base is painted in black lacquer. The lid fits the box exactly. There are no marks or labels. MEASUREMENTS 12 in (30/5 cm) long x 4 ½ in (11.4 cm) wide x 2 ¼ in (5.7 cm) tall. Weighs 14.4 oz. CONDITION There are no breaks, cracks, or repairs. There are a few lacquer losses on edges. The largest is on the lid's lower corner edge. Otherwise, the box's lacquer is in good shape; It is still bright and colorful. The elaborately decorated Burmese folk art box can be used to store longer items or to decorate with. Period: Early 20th Century Origin: Myanmar Materials: Lacquer/Wood Dimensions: 12"W × 4.5"D × 2.25"H
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