Old Lacquer Pot From Burma- 19thC Wall Art Indian tribal art forms often

Indian tribal art forms often centre around rituals and the simple lifestyles of the communities

The famous imperial kilns have been sited there since the Ming dynasty (1368 - 1644 AD)

A variety of patterns like Leheriya

These were used beside or at the end of the Kang which was a raised platform used as a bed or lounging area in wealthy homes

and there may be small imperfections in the glass

Old Lacquer Pot From Burma- 19thC Wall Art Indian tribal art forms oftenThis beautiful red lacquer pot with a lid from Myanmar (Burma) is over 100 years old and painted with a gilt lion. Lacquering is done by the craftsman on a hand powered lathe. The wooden pot is spun and a lac stick is pressed against the pot. As the pot spins friction softens the lac which coats the surface of the wood. Quite intricate designs can be created by the craftsman using different techniques. From Burma 12 x 12 x 11 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery