Silver & Burr Tibetan Tsampa Bowl - Ca 1900 Vases creating a beautifully aged patina

creating a beautifully aged patina that speaks to their long history and use

Traditional iron strapwork remains visible at the corners

Dating from 1861 - Edo Period these old prints have been reframed by our skilled team in a simple matte black wood frame

All of these yellow panels are framed by raised geometric gesso designs known in Tibet as kyung bur which is exclusively found in Tibet

the cabinet features three drawers fitted with simple metal ring pulls

Silver & Burr Tibetan Tsampa Bowl - Ca 1900 Vases creating a beautifully aged patinaThis small traditional Tibetan bowl is crafted from burr wood with silver detailing. It dates to circa 1900. Bowls like this are culturally Tibetan but found across Tibet, Kashmir, Mongolia & Bhutan. Burr wood was preferred due to its density and durability as well as its decorative nature. These bowls were used for both tea and tsampa (barley flour dough, the usual Tibetan meal). An iconic gift for a collector of Tibetan art. with beautiful silver