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Here some sirih boxes, all collected on Halmahera, Moluccas, Indonesia. Except one are all in found condition, only two I've cleaned. Some I've sold, some I've given as small present. I've seen that this are a common style found all over in Indonesia, I've seen similar ones from Sumatra and Sulawesi, some has been from silver.
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Hi Detlef
Interesting little boxes. I've sometimes seen these around in different shapes ... from the white lime ? deposits, presumably they are for use with betel preparation and consumption ? Regards. |
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exactly! ![]() And "sirih" is explained here: http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showpo...5&postcount=10 Best regards, Detlef |
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Thanks Detlef.
On the subject of betel-chewing, it would be appropriate to mention here that the knowledgable London Asian Art specialist and author of the book "Betel Cutters", Henry Brownrigg, sadly passed away a little while ago. Kind regards, Colin |
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Burmese Lacquerware Betel Nut Box (Kun-It) with Brass Hand-Crafted Nut Cutter.
I agree that the Brownrigg book is very helpful. |
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