Burmese Black Lacquer Tea Cup / Plate - Ca 1950's Small Boxes Crafted from robust cast iron

Crafted from robust cast iron

Lotus flowers blossom from a bowl framed by rhino horns

original clasp

scrolled crest

The object to be cast is sculpted from beeswax is mixed with a little oil

Burmese Black Lacquer Tea Cup / Plate - Ca 1950's Small Boxes Crafted from robust cast ironThis fine Burmese lacquer tea bowl and matching plate were produced in Burma during the early 20th century, created specifically for export to the Chinese market. Executed in rich black lacquer with intricate gilded decoration, the set beautifully reflects the meeting of Burmese craftsmanship and Chinese decorative symbolism. The exterior of the bowl is adorned with elegant scrolling floral motifs rendered in gold against the deep lacquer ground,