Old beautiful betel box from Asia. The box is cylindrical in shape with a lid, made of embossed and ethnically chiselled silver. The particularity of this box is that its back also has a chiseled decoration, while in general, this part is neutral and smooth.
No hallmark.
The decoration and precision details are very beautiful: plants, reserves, dragon, phoenix…
Betel is a substance derived from betel leaves and nuts of the same tree, used particularly in Asia for its tonic effect. It is used as a chewing preparation.
Good general condition, in its original condition with traces of age and wear, original patina. The titration of ethnic silver gives a patina different from 925 silver.
This is an antique object that can complete a cabinet of curiosities or a collection of Asian Art.
International shipping.
DIMENSIONS: H3xØ5.3cm
DATE: Early 20th century
ORIGIN: Asia, China
WEIGHT: 0.039 kg