BoxesIndonesian19th century

Plaited Sirih (Betel) Basket from Lampung Region of Sumatra

19th century

Description

"Sirih" is Indonesian for the acacia, or betel nut, from South Sumatra, the Lampung region. Contains an inner, removable tray. Three parts, the basket, the lid, and the inner tray. Made of woven ratan, the box is decorated with animal motifs. Horses wrap around the sides of the box. The lid contains a mythical horse-like figure with two wings and a large head.

Classification

Boxes

Medium

Rattan

Culture

Indonesian

Century

19th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Islamic & Later Indian Art

Dimensions

24 x 18 x 10.5 cm (9 7/16 x 7 1/16 x 4 1/8 in.)

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