Antique Burmese Lacquered Flower Basket

Description

A stunning antique Burmese lacquered flower basket featuring intricate red and black lacquer with detailed floral motifs. This unique piece, likely from the late 19th to early 20th century, showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of traditional Burmese artisans. Perfect for collectors of Asian antiques or as a striking decorative piece.
This basket is a fine example of traditional Burmese lacquerware, blending utility with aesthetic appeal.
The oval basket was made of many thin bamboo strips
In artful technique, in the upper part grid-like,
Intertwined and bent into shape
Four small separately made bamboo rings serve as
Support for a stronger bamboo handle
The outer body is covered with a thick black
Lacquer layer
inside of the basket with a red lacquer layer.
Reinforcements and embellishments were applied with
a lacquer- relief paste (tha yo)
Here are painted floral motifs, traces
of gold leaf and the name of the bearer
recognizable