Lacquerware Ashtray: Hand-Etched White Elephant Motif

$39.00

Celebrate strength and wisdom with this handcrafted lacquerware ashtray featuring a twin-elephant motif. Symbolizing Myanmar’s royal heritage and astrological beliefs, it blends artistic tradition with everyday functionality—perfect as a decorative accent or a meaningful gift.

Size

L18cm / W14cm / H18cm
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SKU: LA1001-Y-ELE: 1001
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Description
This handcrafted lacquerware ashtray features the revered white elephant (ဆင်), an enduring symbol of power, peace, and royal auspiciousness in Myanmar. Representing spiritual legitimacy and astrological meaning—especially for those born on Wednesday—it reflects the depth of Burmese beliefs woven into everyday objects.

Meticulously shaped from bamboo and finished with natural thitsi lacquer, the ashtray is etched using the Yun Htoe technique to bring the elephant motif to life. Functional as a smoking accessory or collectible accent, it connects users to Myanmar’s regal heritage and artisan tradition in a refined, meaningful way.
Additional Information

 

Product Name Lacquerware Ashtray – Hand-Etched White Elephant Motif
Design Traditional raised back panel featuring the auspicious White Elephant
Technique Yun Htoe (Meticulous hand-etched carving and coloring).
Material    Bamboo core with natural thitsi lacquer and colored pigments
Size L18cm / W14cm / H18cm
Weight 0.325kg
Usage Ashtray with decorative panel, tabletop accent, collectible gift
Care Instructions Instructions: Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Avoid moisture and direct sunlight.
Artisan Origin Handmade by lacquer artisans in Bagan, Myanmar
Creation Time 4–7 weeks (includes drying, layering, carving stages)