Vintage Burmese Lacquer Table Top Court Scene Burma

$135.00

Brand Etsy

This is a vintage Burmese lacquer table top made in an octagonal shape. It depicts a court scene and would have originally sat on top of a folding base. I assume that it was salvaged from the base and displayed on a wall, but, if not, it would make a nice wall display piece. I'm unsure of its age, but my best guess would be 1920s. The table top measures 20 square. It is in very good condition with the exception of a small chip to the lacquer in the centre (see close-up photo), what looks like maybe a bit of wear in a couple of places and two gouges to the underside edge (see photos).
Lacquerware has a long history in Burma (now Myanmar) dating to the 10th century. This is a beautiful example - lovely display piece.