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Antique lacquer Offering Elm Bowl Southeast Asia

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A Southeast Asian lacquer vessel of iconic form from Burma or Norther Thailand circa turn of the 20th century. This covered vessel is called a “Hsun Ok” and was made in the form of the large stupa of the Buddhist temple. They are owned used for offerings to the monasteries. Some monks also used the simpler form to collect elm offering.
This vessel is made with layers of lacquer over wood. Black lacquer is first applied, with several further layers of lacquer colored in vermilion. Where this has been worn away a “negoro” effect has been produced. As a more luxury item, on the shoulder of the lid, an elaborate design of scrolling vines in relief was created. This type of vessel form a very striking architectural silhouette even in the modernistic interior.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	lacquer on wood
Condition:	Good. Surface wear as shown. Minor chips on the edge of the cover as shown
Creation Date:	turn of the 20th century
Styles / Movements:	Religious, Asian, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	335724

Dimensions

H.	29 in;	Diam.	14 in;
H.	73.66 cm;	Diam.	35.56 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.