Khmer Silver Plated King Of Lion Box A two-part silver box in the traditional Khmer motif of a lion box. A modern reproduction of a Silver Temple Lion fashioned using the Lost Wax method, this box is relatively large compared with other such boxes in the genre of handmade Khmer silver pieces found in the shapes of myriad Lion and animals. The boxes were used to hold the leaves and other ingredients necessary to assemble a quid of betel, a mild stimulant used for centuries throughout Southeast Asia. While such silver pieces are difficult to date, this one, judging by design and detail, was made in the early 20th century. Every surface, even the bottoms of the feet, is detailed, with exceptional attention to the head, they were carefully handled and typically remain in good condition. This one is in quite good condition, with no dents. The box is marked T90. Measures 3.8″ tall X 4″ long width. 60 g Rare to find this large size….. ART – TRIBAL – GALLERY. Khmer Silver Plated King Of Lion Box. A two-part silver box in the traditional Khmer motif of a lion box. Get Supersized Images & Free Image Hosting. Create your brand with Auctiva’s. Attention Sellers – Get Templates Image Hosting, Scheduling at Auctiva. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter. The item “Cambodia Khmer Silver King Lion statue box” is in sale since Sunday, August 23, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Cultures & Ethnicities\Asian\1900-Now\Chinese\Figures & Statues”. The seller is “sell.for.you” and is located in Cambodia. This item can be shipped worldwide.