Antique Russian-Style Black Lacquer Box – Hand-Painted flowers and Butterfly (c.20th Century) isle of skye Ban Chiang is an archaeological

Ban Chiang is an archaeological site in Nong Han district

adding to its authentic patina

with a naturally worn patina

pieces like this were traditionally made as handicrafts using locally sourced cattle horn

Material: Pressed opalescent glass

Antique Russian-Style Black Lacquer Box – Hand-Painted flowers and Butterfly (c.20th Century) isle of skye Ban Chiang is an archaeologicalA beautiful hand painted black lacquer box featuring a spray of white daisies paired with a striking large golden butterfly, rendered with delicate veining and warm ochre tones. The floral work is finely executed, with soft shading, naturalistic stems and bright yellow centresan elegant decorative style closely associated with Russian and Eastern European lacquer traditions. The long, gently domed lid lifts to reveal a vivid orange red lacquer