Antique Brass Chinese Ink Box Container / Covered Box from Penang, Malaysia

This is a very rustic ink container / box from Penang, Malaysia This detailed piece. Dates from the early part of the 1900’s. The box has not been polished and retains its original patina. Applying polish would drastically change the boxs appearance if you prefer a shinier / newer looking piece. Brass Container / Box Dimensions: 2 3/4 inches in Diameter and 1 inch high. The item “Antique Brass Chinese Ink Box Container / Covered Box from Penang, Malaysia” is in sale since Monday, October 21, 2019. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Non-U.S. Silver\Asia”. The seller is “auctiontpc” and is located in Del Mar, California. This item can be shipped to United States, all countries in continental Asia, Canada.

Age: 1900-1940
Type: Box
Style: Asian
Composition: Brass

Antique Chinese Silver Straits Tobacco Box or Chelpa Malaysia 19thc

Antique Chinese Straits Silver Tobacco Box or Chelpa Malaysia 19thc. The body of the box is covered with diamond-shaped panels containing flower heads and sprawling leaves. The underside is blank and free of any design. On the front of the box, there is a large ring attached. This would have been used to thread a chain through which would have been attached to clothing. This way, one could easily travel with their betel nuts without having to carry them around in their hands or pockets. Condition This is very good and commensurate with age and careful usage. There are some slight signs of wear and use, which do not detract. Size 2.95L x 2.56 W Height 3.5cms; Width 6.5cms; Length 7.5cms. Guaranteed to be of the period stated! Please read all descriptions. Ask any questions, were here to serve you! All items must be paid for within four days. Non-payers are blocked-no exceptions. Thank you for visiting. Betel chewing became widespread across South East Asia and there was a great deal of paraphernalia attached to the habit with containers of various, sizes and shapes and special tools to cut the betel nuts. The containers were made of different materials, wood, lacquer and various metals, according to income and social standing. This probably once formed part of an extremely beautiful and expensive betel set, which would have comprised a number of differently shaped containers to hold the various ingredients. This container would have been used to hold the betel. Such a magnificent set could only have belonged to a rich individual of high social standing. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter. The item “Antique Chinese Silver Straits Tobacco Box or Chelpa Malaysia 19thc” is in sale since Monday, November 11, 2019. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Boxes”. The seller is “asianantiquesonline” and is located in Miami, Florida. This item can be shipped to United States, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Australia, South africa, Bahamas, New Zealand, Chile, Colombia, Costa rica, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Egypt, Uruguay.

Primary Material: Silver
Age: 1850-1899
Type: Boxes
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Region of Origin: Southeast Asia
Color: Silver

Antique Chinese Straits Betel Nut Box, Silver Gold ca. 1800s Peranakan Malaysia

Antique Chinese Straits Betel Nut Box, Silver Gold ca. Stunning and extremely Rare Betel Nut Box. This is not Hallmarked, signed or marked in any way but is with pretty much certainty Silver, the Gold Top with Flower appears to be Gold, I have tested for Gold and all indications are that it is, I´m no expert though. Beautiful and Stunning Pieces indeed! It is approx 10cm High (Base to top of flower) & approx 7cm in Diameter. A set of these are also to be seen in the Straits Museum in Singapore. Whereby I will only provide proof of posting and cannot be held responsible once in the Hands of the Post Office. Pictures are an important part of the description. Ich bin privatanbieter, ich verkaufe meine persönlicher sammlung, daher keine Garantie, keine Rückgabe oder nachverhandlungen. Sie können gerne frage stellen vor Ihre gebot. Bilder sind ein wichtige bestandteil des beschreibungs. Nur Banküberweisung im Europäischen Raum. Only Bank Transfer within Europe. I prefer bank transfer / banküberweisung bevorzügt. _gsrx_vers_854 GS 7.0.18 (854). The item “Antique Chinese Straits Betel Nut Box, Silver Gold ca. 1800s Peranakan Malaysia” is in sale since Thursday, August 8, 2019. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian/Oriental Antiques\Other Asian/Oriental Antiques”. The seller is “vintique-attic” and is located in Germany. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Antique Silver Tobacco Box (chelpa), Ribbed, Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C

TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), RIBBED. CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C. Straits tobacco box, or. Would have been used to store betel nut. When opened up, it is clear that the. Has been crafted using repousse techniques. This originates from Lower Perak in Malaysia, and dates to late 19. The lid of the box is decorated with flowers and leaves, a common theme of Chinese Straits silver. This is surrounded by a beaded border. Panels of flowers and leaves ballooning outwards which gives a heightened sense of realism to the piece. In between these panels, there are very thin strips of cut up silver. A nice texture to it and feel good to hold. On the back of the. There is a small loop. Affixed to the body. And through the small loop, there is a large ring. This would have been used to thread a chain through which would have been attached to clothing. This way, one could easily travel with. Their betel nuts without having to carry them around in their hands or pockets. Betel chewing became widespread across South East Asia and there was a great deal of paraphernalia attached to the habit with containers of various, sizes and shapes and special tools to cut the betel nuts. The containers were made of different materials, wood, lacquer and various metals, according to income and social standing. An extremely beautiful and expensive. A number of different. Containers to hold the various ingredients. Uld have been used to hold the. Set could only have belonged to a rich individual of high social standing. This is very good and. E with age and careful usage. Ome slight signs of wear and use, which do not detract. Please message me with any queries. Thank you for looking and dont forget to check my other listings for antique European, Indian, Middle Eastern. Quality silver, particularly antique items from Asia, India and the Middle East. If you are looking to sell, please contact me with details. The item “ANTIQUE SILVER TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), RIBBED, CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C” is in sale since Wednesday, August 8, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “argento-silver” and is located in London. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Product: Boxes
Style: Chinese Straits
Age: 1850-1899
Pattern: Flora
Composition: Solid Silver

Antique Silver Detachable Tobacco Box (chelpa), Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C

ANTIQUE SILVER DETACHABLE TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C. This dainty Chinese Straits tobacco box, or. Would have been used to store betel nut. This originates from Lower Perak in Malaysia and dates to late 19. This pocket-size box has two detachable halves and clips. The top and base are each decorated with a single flower. There is nice detailing here and one’s eye is drawn to the many petals. The side of the box is ribbed with panels alternating between flowery motifs and blank ones free of design. The latch is also in the shape of a flower. Betel chewing became widespread across South East Asia and there was a great deal of paraphernalia attached to the habit with containers of various, sizes and shapes and special tools to cut the betel nuts. The containers were made of different materials, wood, lacquer and various metals, according to income and social standing. An extremely beautiful and expensive. A number of different. Containers to hold the various ingredients. Uld have been used to hold the. Set could only have belonged to a rich individual of high social standing. Please message me with any queries. Thank you for looking and dont forget to check my other listings for antique European, Indian, Middle Eastern. Quality silver, particularly antique items from Asia, India and the Middle East. If you are looking to sell, please contact me with details. The item “ANTIQUE SILVER DETACHABLE TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C” is in sale since Monday, May 14, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “argento-silver” and is located in London. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Product: Boxes
Age: 1850-1899
Style: Chinese Straits
Composition: Solid Silver
Pattern: Flora

Antique Silver Betel/sireh Tobacco Box (chelpa), Chinese Straits Malaysia 19th C

ANTIQUE SILVER BETEL/SIREH TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), CHINESE STRAITS MALAYSIA 19TH C. Straits tobacco box, or. Would have been used to store betel nut. Has been ornamented using repousse and. Oxidation techniques in order to emphasise the floral motifs. This originates from Lower Perak in Malaysia, and dates to late 19. There is a large. Elegant flower on the front and back. With smaller flowers and leaves. Opens up through a latch on the front. There is a large ring attached. This would have been used to thread a chain through which would have been attached to clothing. This way, one could easily travel with. Their betel nuts without having to carry them around in their hands or pockets. Betel chewing became widespread across South East Asia and there was a great deal of paraphernalia attached to the habit with containers of various, sizes and shapes and special tools to cut the betel nuts. The containers were made of different materials, wood, lacquer and various metals, according to income and social standing. An extremely beautiful and expensive. A number of different. Containers to hold the various ingredients. Uld have been used to hold the. Set could only have belonged to a rich individual of high social standing. This is very good and. E with age and careful usage. Ome slight signs of wear and use, which do not detract. Please message me with any queries. Thank you for looking and dont forget to check my other listings for antique European, Indian, Middle Eastern. Quality silver, particularly antique items from Asia, India and the Middle East. If you are looking to sell, please contact me with details. The item “ANTIQUE SILVER BETEL/SIREH TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), CHINESE STRAITS MALAYSIA 19TH C” is in sale since Monday, May 14, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “argento-silver” and is located in London. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Product: Boxes
Age: 1850-1899
Style: Chinese Straits
Composition: Solid Silver
Pattern: Flora

Antique Silver Tobacco Box (chelpa), Flora, Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C

TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), FLORA. CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C. Straits tobacco box, or. Would have been used to store betel nut. Has been ornamented using repousse techniques. This originates from Lower Perak in Malaysia, and dates to late 19. The lid of the box is covered with. Spiralling leaves and flowers. On the body of the box, there are panels which have been which have been oxidised in order to embellish the silver flowers. This was a popular technique among Chinese Straits silver and the. Contrast here is quite lovely. Is bulbous, bulging out. And then curving back in. On the hinge of the box. There is a large ring attached. This would have been used to thread a chain through which would have been attached to clothing. This way, one could easily travel with. Their betel nuts without having to carry them around in their hands or pockets. Betel chewing became widespread across South East Asia and there was a great deal of paraphernalia attached to the habit with containers of various, sizes and shapes and special tools to cut the betel nuts. The containers were made of different materials, wood, lacquer and various metals, according to income and social standing. An extremely beautiful and expensive. A number of different. Containers to hold the various ingredients. Uld have been used to hold the. Set could only have belonged to a rich individual of high social standing. This is very good and. E with age and careful usage. Ome slight signs of wear and use, which do not detract. Please message me with any queries. Thank you for looking and dont forget to check my other listings for antique European, Indian, Middle Eastern. Quality silver, particularly antique items from Asia, India and the Middle East. If you are looking to sell, please contact me with details. The item “ANTIQUE SILVER TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), FLORA, CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C” is in sale since Monday, May 14, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “argento-silver” and is located in London. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Product: Boxes
Age: 1850-1899
Style: Chinese Straits
Composition: Solid Silver
Pattern: Flora

Antique Silver Tobacco Box (chelpa), Ribbed, Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C

TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), RIBBED. CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C. Straits tobacco box, or. Would have been used to store betel nut. When opened up, it is clear that the. Has been crafted using repousse techniques. This originates from Lower Perak in Malaysia, and dates to late 19. The lid of the box is decorated with flowers and leaves, a common theme of Chinese Straits silver. This is surrounded by a beaded border. Panels of flowers and leaves ballooning outwards which gives a heightened sense of realism to the piece. In between these panels, there are very thin strips of cut up silver. A nice texture to it and feel good to hold. On the back of the. There is a small loop. Affixed to the body. And through the small loop, there is a large ring. This would have been used to thread a chain through which would have been attached to clothing. This way, one could easily travel with. Their betel nuts without having to carry them around in their hands or pockets. Betel chewing became widespread across South East Asia and there was a great deal of paraphernalia attached to the habit with containers of various, sizes and shapes and special tools to cut the betel nuts. The containers were made of different materials, wood, lacquer and various metals, according to income and social standing. An extremely beautiful and expensive. A number of different. Containers to hold the various ingredients. Uld have been used to hold the. Set could only have belonged to a rich individual of high social standing. This is very good and. E with age and careful usage. Ome slight signs of wear and use, which do not detract. Please message me with any queries. Thank you for looking and dont forget to check my other listings for antique European, Indian, Middle Eastern. Quality silver, particularly antique items from Asia, India and the Middle East. If you are looking to sell, please contact me with details. The item “ANTIQUE SILVER TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), RIBBED, CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C” is in sale since Monday, May 14, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “argento-silver” and is located in London. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Product: Boxes
Age: 1850-1899
Style: Chinese Straits
Composition: Solid Silver
Pattern: Flora

Antique Silver Tobacco Box (chelpa), Birds, Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C

TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), BIRDS, CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C. Chinese Straits tobacco box, or. Would have been used to store betel nut. It is of fair size. And feels good in the hand. This originates from Lower Perak in Malaysia, and dates to late 19. The lid of the box is decorated with long-feathered birds facing one another. The elegant necks of the birds have considerable detailing, as do the bodies. Their plumage soars high above them and glides along the border encircling. The lid’s centre. The lid features many borders. The one surrounding the birds is a thin, beaded border. The next border out is a repeating motif of either leaves or feathers, both common themes among Chinese Straits silver. After that is another beaded border, identical to the first, and the last border is another leaf border. This one, however, is different the leaves jut outwards like spikes. The body of the box is covered with diamond-shaped panels containing flower heads and sprawling leaves. Is blank and free of any design. The front of the box, there is a large ring attached. This would have been used to thread a chain through which would have been attached to clothing. This way, one could easily travel with. Their betel nuts without having to carry them around in their hands or pockets. Betel chewing became widespread across South East Asia and there was a great deal of paraphernalia attached to the habit with containers of various, sizes and shapes and special tools to cut the betel nuts. The containers were made of different materials, wood, lacquer and various metals, according to income and social standing. An extremely beautiful and expensive. A number of different. Containers to hold the various ingredients. Uld have been used to hold the. Set could only have belonged to a rich individual of high social standing. This is very good and. E with age and careful usage. Ome slight signs of wear and use, which do not detract. Please message me with any queries. Thank you for looking and dont forget to check my other listings for antique European, Indian, Middle Eastern. Quality silver, particularly antique items from Asia, India and the Middle East. If you are looking to sell, please contact me with details. The item “ANTIQUE SILVER TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), BIRDS, CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C” is in sale since Monday, May 14, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “argento-silver” and is located in London. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Product: Boxes
Age: 1850-1899
Style: Chinese Straits
Composition: Solid Silver
Pattern: Birds

Antique Silver Tobacco Box (chelpa), Gilded, Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C

CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C. Straits tobacco box, or. Would have been used to store betel nut. And feels good in the. Palm of the hand. The box is gilded and r. Been used in the production process. Originates from Lower Perak in Malaysia, and dates to late 19. The silversmith has clearly taken time on this piece. They used repousse methods to emphasise the floral motif running along the body and lid of the. Used to cover the silver decorations in a thin layer of gold leaf. In addition to this, the background. Upon which the floral motif sits. Has been oxidised in order to make the design really pop-out. The contrast between the gold, silver, and black colours. The underside of the box has been finely chased. It features swirling and winding flowers surrounded by a tasteful border in the. On the back of the. There is a small loop. Affixed to the body. And through the small loop, there is a large ring. This would have been used to thread a chain through which would have been attached to clothing. This way, one could easily travel with. Their betel nuts without having to carry them around in their hands or pockets. Betel chewing became widespread across South East Asia and there was a great deal of paraphernalia attached to the habit with containers of various, sizes and shapes and special tools to. Cut the betel nuts. The containers were made of different materials, wood, lacquer and various metals, according to income and social standing. An extremely beautiful and expensive. A number of different. Containers to hold the various ingredients. Uld have been used to hold the. Set could only have belonged to a rich individual of high social standing. A brilliant tobacco box. With a great array of colours! This is very good and. E with age and careful usage. Ome slight signs of wear and use, which do not detract. Please message me with any queries. Thank you for looking and dont forget to check my other listings for antique European, Indian, Middle Eastern. Quality silver, particularly antique items from Asia, India and the Middle East. If you are looking to sell, please contact me with details. The item “ANTIQUE SILVER TOBACCO BOX (CHELPA), GILDED, CHINESE STRAITS, MALAYSIA, 19TH C” is in sale since Monday, May 14, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “argento-silver” and is located in London. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Product: Boxes
Age: 1850-1899
Style: Chinese Straits
Composition: Silver-Gilt
Pattern: Flora

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Antique Brass Chinese Ink Box Container / Covered Box from Penang, Malaysia

Antique Chinese Silver Straits Tobacco Box or Chelpa Malaysia 19thc

Antique Chinese Straits Betel Nut Box, Silver Gold ca. 1800s Peranakan Malaysia

Antique Silver Tobacco Box (chelpa), Ribbed, Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C

Antique Silver Detachable Tobacco Box (chelpa), Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C

Antique Silver Betel/sireh Tobacco Box (chelpa), Chinese Straits Malaysia 19th C

Antique Silver Tobacco Box (chelpa), Flora, Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C

Antique Silver Tobacco Box (chelpa), Ribbed, Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C

Antique Silver Tobacco Box (chelpa), Birds, Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C

Antique Silver Tobacco Box (chelpa), Gilded, Chinese Straits, Malaysia, 19th C