Cambodia Khmer Silver Pig statue box

Description

Khmer Silver Pig Betelnut Box A two-part silver box in the traditional Khmer motif of pig ,it is covered with swirling lines . With a weight of 80 grams, this box is relatively large compared with other such boxes in the genre of handmade Khmer silver pieces found in the shapes of myriad birds and animals. The boxes were used to hold the leaves and other ingredients necessary to assemble a quid of betel, a mild stimulant used for centuries throughout Southeast Asia. While such silver pieces are difficult to date, this one, judging by design and detail, was made in the early 20th century. Every surface, even the bottoms of the feet, is detailed, with exceptional attention to the head, where more than a dozen patterns of lines combine with crisp shapes to form the Elephants lively expression. Because such silver boxes were highly valued by their owners, they were carefully handled and typically remain in good condition. This one is in quite good condition, with no dents. The box is marked T90. silver plated Measures 7.36 " tall X 6.35" long width. 3.80" shipping ems tracking tracking but slower Rare to find
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Description
Khmer Silver Pig Betelnut Box
A two-part silver box in the traditional Khmer motif of pig
,it is covered with swirling lines . With a weight of 80 grams, this box is relatively large compared with other such boxes in the genre of handmade Khmer silver pieces found in the shapes of myriad birds and animals.
The boxes were used to hold the leaves and other ingredients necessary to assemble a quid of betel, a mild stimulant used for centuries throughout Southeast Asia. While such silver pieces are difficult to date, this one, judging by design and detail, was made in the early 20th century. Every surface, even the bottoms of the feet, is detailed, with exceptional attention to the head, where more than a dozen patterns of lines combine with crisp shapes to form the Elephants lively expression. Because such silver boxes were highly valued by their owners, they were carefully handled and typically remain in good condition. This one is in quite good condition, with no dents.
The box is  marked T90.
silver
Measures 7.36 " tall X 6.35" long
width. 3.80"
shipping ems tracking
tracking but slower
Rare to find
Payment
PayPal with Payment within 7 days
Cash on pick up
Shipping
Wide World Shipping
Combine shipping and Tracking
Terms of Sale
Item must be in the same condition as when sent,buyer pays all shipping costs.
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