Mid 20th Century Vintage Asian Handcrafted and Carved Wood Zebra Horse Betel Box

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This large Asian art wood carved box is in the form of zebra or horse. The decoration is carved directly … more This large Asian art wood carved box is in the form of zebra or horse. The decoration is carved directly into the wood. Traditionally, most elder Khmer women chew betel. This container may have been used for keeping betel nut and leaves. It would be brought out whenever guests came to visit, or when the family gathered around. Betel chewing was a fundamental social activity throughout Southeast Asia, practiced by rich and poor. Could be used as a keepsake or trinket box. less