Inventory no.: 331
Malay Brass Bowl
SOLD
Large Malay Brass Betel Bowl
Malay Peninsular
19th century
diameter: 22 cm, height: 11 cm
This bowl, with beautiful patina has two bands of bamboo shoot motifs that border the elegantly cast ribbed body.
Bowls such as these were used to hold betel sets, from which betel could be offered to visitors, and to hold food, such as fruit.
Inventory no.: 331
SOLD