Burmese Lacquered Decorative Byat
Lacquerwork has been perfected over hundreds of years in Burma. It boasts intricate details now used for display, but once was used for rituals. Painted using the yun technique in orangy-red, green and black. This tray, or byat, was made in Burma during the mid 20th century. 12" W X 2" H X 12" D. Stunning dragon in the middle surrounded by leafy scrollwork. One could imagine peacock feathers as inspiration for this piece too.
Lacquerwork has been perfected over hundreds of years in Burma. It boasts intricate details now used for display, but once was used for rituals. Painted using the yun technique in orangy-red, green and black. This tray, or byat, was made in Burma during the mid 20th century. 12" W X 2" H X 12" D. Stunning dragon in the middle surrounded by leafy scrollwork. One could imagine peacock feathers as inspiration for this piece too.
Lacquerwork has been perfected over hundreds of years in Burma. It boasts intricate details now used for display, but once was used for rituals. Painted using the yun technique in orangy-red, green and black. This tray, or byat, was made in Burma during the mid 20th century. 12" W X 2" H X 12" D. Stunning dragon in the middle surrounded by leafy scrollwork. One could imagine peacock feathers as inspiration for this piece too.