Antique Betel Box

Burmese antique lacquerware betel box. Individual Betel Box authentic Burmese Folk Art know as Kun- It, Mandalay Period.

Unlike Burmese betel boxes, which favor vibrant red and gold finishes, Karen boxes are colored with a natural soil-based pigment.

Crafted in early 20th century Burma, this round betel box is decorated in a style known as "yun" ware.

A blend of leaves, nuts, seasonings, and sometimes tobacco, betel was kept in finely worked and decorated boxes.

A blend of leaves, nuts, seasonings, and sometimes tobacco, betel was kept in finely worked and decorated boxes.

This petite brass box was originally part of an early 20th century betel box set from Indonesia, one of several small containers that held the individual ingredients of a betel quid.

Decorative betel box from Burma, circa 1900. Lacquered cylindrical body in bamboo decorated overall in red lacquer with geometric motifs.

Decorative betel box from Burma, circa 1900. Lacquered cylindrical body in bamboo decorated overall in red lacquer with geometric motifs.

Cylindrical red lacquer betel-box, 'kun it,' with internal tray. This betel-box is made up of the following elements: A finely decorated lid; an internal tray with a heavy lip and re...

Antique early-20th century Burmese solid silver betel box, highly-decorative, repousse' decorated in high relief depicting different traditional scenes from the Burmese mythology, sh...

Crafted in early 20th century Burma, this round betel box is decorated in a style known as "yun" ware.

An attractive antique Burmese cylindrical orange and black lacquered bamboo betel box, kun-it, with interior tray, early 20th century, circa 1910, Burma (Myanmar).

19th Century Burmese (Myanmar) solid silver betel box on stand, of traditional shape, highly-decorative, each part is chased in very high-relief with various scenes from Burmese folk...

This box was used to keep betel nuts: betel chewing a mild stimulant akin to coffee and is practiced throughout India and Southeast Asia. 

The round betel box in three parts, consisting of the lid, interior tray, and box, expertly worked with high and low relief repoussé work, also pierced, chased and parcel gilt.

The piece is exceptionally large and heavy, probably the largest and most impressive Burmese betel box ever made. The acid tested shows a 900+ silver standard.

Decorative betel box from Burma, circa 1900. Lacquered cylindrical body in bamboo decorated overall in red lacquer with geometric motifs.

Antique late 19th century Burmese (Myanmar) solid silver betel box on stand, of traditional shape, highly-decorative, each part is chased in very high-relief with various scenes from...

Antique late-19th Century Burmese (Myanmar) solid silver betel box on stand, of traditional shape, highly-decorative, each part is chased in very high-relief with various scenes from...

A blend of leaves, nuts, seasonings, and sometimes tobacco, betel was kept in finely worked and highly decorated boxes.

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Antique Box - Asian manufacturing Measures : 8x19cm H:19cm Betel chewing permeated every layer of Cambodian society from the Court downwards.

This wooden betel box from Java dates to the early 20th century and features five open compartments used to separate the betel quid ingredients.

1920s Antique metal copper standing dove bird shaped betel box.Large Indo-Persian chiseled copper bronze box in Islamic Art style.The lidded container is a fine, scptural item handcr...

This ornate Indian betel nut box dates back to the early 20th century.

Antique Philippine Brass and Copper Betel Nut Box. The top lifts to reveal 2 hinged compartments that held the betel leaf and areca nut.

Antique Philippine Brass and Copper inlaid Betel Nut Box. The top lifts to reveal 2 hinged compartments that held the betel leaf, areca nut.

A wonderful collection of four bronze betel nut boxes in various sizes with intricate and quite beautiful inlaid silver designs on all sides.

A heart shaped Southeast Asian bronze betel nut box (for Paan) with double compartments.

A petite antique Thai wooden betel nut box from the early 20th century, with painted décor and pierced motifs.

A complete handmade copper and bronze antique Betel Nut Paan-daan box with beautiful patina. A quick way to add texture, character, color and rustic elements.

A striking Sumatran lacquered burl humidor box used for the storing implements related to betel nut chewing.

The betel nut box, which contains betel leaves and various condiments, is a traditional item of hospitality in a Burmese house.

The betel nut box, which contains betel leaves and various condiments, is a traditional item of hospitality in a Burmese house.

The betel nut box, which contains betel leaves and various condiments, is a traditional item of hospitality in a Burmese house.

The betel nut box, which contains betel leaves and various condiments, is a traditional item of hospitality in a Burmese house.

The betel nut box, which contains betel leaves and various condiments, is a traditional item of hospitality in a Burmese house.

This British Colonial-inspired reproduction lamp has brightly polished metal mounts. The mosaic-tiled glass is formed in the traditional melon (also referred to as ‘pumpkin’) shape, ...

Unique Wooden Betel Nut Preparation Utensils Box Burma (Myanmar), 18th–19th Century Material: Carved wood Condition: Structurally restored with new hinges; original patina preserved ...

Kashmiri silver betel nut box, Khaas Daan, late 19th century Betel-chewing is a leisure pastime practiced since ancient times in many parts of south and southeast Asia.

A good quality antique Sri Lankan copper and brass betel lime box with silver inlay and floral applications dating from the 18th or 19th century.

Group of Four Indian Head of Gauri or Parvati Bronze Sculptures, one copper patinated bust and three gilt bronze betel nut boxes. Tallest: 3.75" H x 3.5" W x 3" D.

Cylindrical red lacquer betel-box, 'kun it,' with internal tray. "Yun" lacquered betel box with incised design of royal scenes and dancing girls.

Unlike typical Burmese betel boxes, which are cylindrical in shape, this betel box has a square form, indicating it was created by the Intha people of the Shan States.

This round betel box is simply painted with layers of red and black lacquer.

Indian brass betel box pandan India, 19th century. Of oval form and although absent of any decoration, charm of this box rests only on the mellow mottled patina acquired thro...

A blend of leaves, nuts, seasonings, and sometimes tobacco, betel was kept in finely worked and decorated boxes.

A blend of leaves, nuts, seasonings, and sometimes tobacco, betel was kept in finely worked and decorated boxes.

Betel Box, Kun It Burma Late 19th/early 20th century Bamboo, lacquer H: 7.5 in x D: 8.5 in :: 19 cm x 21.5 cm Intricately painted motifs (including chili seed pattern, Nga Y...

Late 19th-early 20th century lacquered wood betel box from Burma Intricate painted details showing a scene from the Ramayana decorate this portable food offering vessel.

A blend of leaves, nuts, seasonings, and sometimes tobacco, betel was kept in finely worked and highly decorated boxes.

Silver betel box / Cannister from Laos. 19th century. Repousse work and chasing.

Southern Philippine (Mindanao) brass with silver inlay betel box. The top lifts to reveal 4 hinged compartments that held the betel leaf, areca nut, slacked lime and chewing condimen...