Title
Tray cover
Year/Period
19th century
Region
Sumatra
Material
Dimension
Gross measurement: 41.3 x 43.2 cm
Accession No.
2012-00875
Collection of
Credit Line
Gift of Agnes Tan Kim Lwi in memory of Tun Tan Cheng Lock
Tray covers were used by Peranakans to decorate trays to lay out jewelllery or other wedding gifts during a wedding. Tray covers usually feature auspicious motifs. This tray cover was made using the tekat method: gold and silver thread beaten flat into wire.
