Silver Betel / Tobacco Box
North Sumatra, Indonesia
19th century
diameter of larger box: 7.6cm
This silver betel or tobacco box is chased with phoenix-like bird
motifs and classical Malay scrolling foliage and stylised orchid
blooms. It is attached to a small matching silver lime box by
means of a silver double-strand chain.
Both boxes have hinged lids secured by concealed latches.
The star shapes of the boxes betrays their Islamic origins.
Most probably, this set comes from the sultanate of Aceh in the
northern tip of Sumatra.
Inventory no.: 642
North Sumatra, Indonesia
19th century
diameter of larger box: 7.6cm
This silver betel or tobacco box is chased with phoenix-like bird
motifs and classical Malay scrolling foliage and stylised orchid
blooms. It is attached to a small matching silver lime box by
means of a silver double-strand chain.
Both boxes have hinged lids secured by concealed latches.
The star shapes of the boxes betrays their Islamic origins.
Most probably, this set comes from the sultanate of Aceh in the
northern tip of Sumatra.
Inventory no.: 642