Barrel-Shaped Lacquer Cup: Hand-Etched Modern "Suit" Motif

$29.00

A witty spin on ancestral craft. This beautifully contoured, barrel-shaped lacquer cup injects a lively element of strategy and play into your beverage service. Meticulously hand-engraved by master artisans using the precise Yun Htoe needle-etching method, this distinct vessel features a seamless, modern playing card suit design, transforming your daily table presentation into a sophisticated conversation starter.

Size

L10cm / W10cm / H10cm
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Description
Bring an element of clever sophistication to your dining table. Engineered for comfortable everyday handling and refined drink presentation, this barrel-shaped cup functions beautifully for serving fine teas, sake, or cold specialty drinks, adding a sharp, contemporary accent to your luxury tableware collection.

The true value of this piece rests in its masterful evolution of Burmese cultural arts. Artisans spend months building smooth layers of authentic, natural Thit-si lacquer before hand-etching the bold, geometric card symbols seamlessly across the rounded profile. By marrying a playful, modern concept with a time-honored heritage technique, this cup creates an instant emotional connection with your guests—offering the unique benefit of owning a functional work of art that celebrates meticulous human precision, witty design, and the exciting future of traditional craft.
Additional Information

Product Name Barrel-Shaped Lacquer Cup: Hand-Etched Modern "Suit" Motif
Design Continuous playing card suit motifs (hearts, diamonds, clubs, spades) hand-etched around a contoured, barrel-shaped silhouette.
Technique Yun Htoe (Hand-carved lacquer design)
Material Bamboo and teakwood base with natural thitsi lacquer
Size L10cm / W10cm / H10cm
Weight 0.131kg
Usage Daily-use cup, decorative display piece, cultural gift item
Care Instructions Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth; avoid soaking, heat, and direct sunlight
Artisan Origin Handcrafted by skilled lacquerware artisans in Bagan, Myanmar
Creation Time 4–6 weeks (layering, carving, polishing, and finishing)