Burmese engraved silver cylindrical marriage document case

£2,200

This beautiful piece is a Burmese silver marriage document case, its surface profusely adorned with pierced and engraved Buddhist symbols.

 

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Description

This beautiful silver cylinder is a Burmese marriage document case. The surface of the case is profusely adorned with scrolling arabesques, bands of Greek key pattern, foliage, and other symbols associated with Buddhism. The decoration is realised by piercing, engraving, and etching, granting the silver surface of the piece a varied texture.

Details

Country of Origin
Burmese
Date of Manufacture
Late 19th Century
Period
Late 19th Century
Style
Floral
Material
Silver
Colour
Silver

Dimensions

Height
48 cm / 18.9 inches
Diameter
6 cm / 2.4 inches
Weight
680 g

Reference:
014250

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