Burmese Black Lacquer Pumpkin Box - 19thC Ganesh Statues Kantha is a centuries-old tradition

Kantha is a centuries-old tradition of stitching patchwork cloth from rags by thrifty rural women

a scholar’s rock associated with contemplation

Soft Fluid Drape

With traces of original paint

Burmese Black Lacquer Pumpkin Box - 19thC Ganesh Statues Kantha is a centuries-old traditionThis charming black lacquer tiffin box was used for packaging up small snacks which the colonials called tiffin. This box is classic of the Burmese style and is usually made from woven grass or bamboo. The lacquer work over the top give the box extraordinary strength and durability. As well as tiffin boxes, these were used by families to take rice to the Buddhist Temples for offerings or for the resident monks. It's in very good condition for it's age