Beautiful Antique Burmese Lacquered Betel Box with Original Interior Trays J. Koehler postcard and the scalloped pattern around

and the scalloped pattern around the exterior makes this small bowl

This box measures 5” tall with a diameter of 5 3/4”

picking it up occasionally to give it a twirl around

the older the better

or it would make a stunning tray for a few perfect rocks--or amuse bouche

Beautiful Antique Burmese Lacquered Betel Box with Original Interior Trays J. Koehler postcard and the scalloped pattern aroundI am a great fan of traditional Burmese lacquer betel boxes but it has been quite a while since I've found a beautiful, finely made old one in very good condition, all of which this one definitely is. Early 20th century I believe, with green, orange, gold, silver and black lacquer, used to detail finely incised court scenes on the exterior sides and lid. Also incorporated are several fields of Burmese script, I believe likely showing the name and