Title
Betel box
Year/Period
1900
Region
Bagan, Myanmar
Object Type
Material
Technique
Dimension
Object size: H:12.5 x D:14.2 cm
Accession No.
1992-00738
Collection of
The 'yun' (incised) work on this 'kun-it' or betelnut container is extremely fine. The simple geometric design may have been inspired by European Art Nouveau elements, which were most popular during 1890–1910.Kun-it is the most popular type of lacquerware in Myanmar. It is cylindrical in form, made of woven bamboo and the interior is fitted with one or two shallow trays to hold the ingredients for a betel chew. A deep cover sits on the sides to keep the contents fresh.
