Vintage Burmese Lacquer Offering Vessel

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Stunning vintage Burmese lacquer offering vessel consisting of 5 nesting pieces and used by wealthier families to present food to … more Stunning vintage Burmese lacquer offering vessel consisting of 5 nesting pieces and used by wealthier families to present food to the monastery. Made of coiled and woven bamboo then thickly coated in rich cinnabar red lacquer and decorated with elaborately incised designs. Elevated on five feet, the largest piece would hold the rice, the next two layers held savory accompaniments, the forth layer would be inverted and used as a bowl ant the top piece the drinking cup. less