Lacquerware Round Lahpet Box: Hand-Etched Linear Grid Motif

$31.00

The ritual of welcoming hospitality. This exceptional round, multi-functional box honors Myanmar's cherished social traditions, reimagining the classic Lahpet (tea-leaf salad) vessel for the contemporary home. Meticulously hand-engraved by master artisans using the revered Yun Htoe needle technique, this striking piece features a structured, rhythmic linear pattern that transforms the storage of your keepsakes or the serving of your favorite snacks into an unforgettable cultural presentation.

Size

L22cm / W22cm / H10cm
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SKU: LA1026-Y-GEO: 1002
Tags: Boxes & Chests, Cylindrical & Round Boxes, Food Containers, Geometric, Geometric & Modern, Shop by Design, Shop by Shape, Shop by Use, Tableware & Dining
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Description
Introduce a striking visual harmony that effortlessly elevates your space and hosting rituals. Available in both an open layout for your most precious mementos and a compartmentalized interior for organized hosting, this versatile round box adapts beautifully to modern living, acting as a sophisticated focal point on any vanity, desk, or dining table.

The true value of this masterpiece lies in its exceptional dedication to Burmese cultural arts and flawless, balanced geometry. Master artisans spend months building smooth layers of authentic, natural Thit-si lacquer before using micro-needles to precisely hand-etch a series of clean, balanced linear grids into the surface. By marrying geometric restraint and contemporary rhythm with a time-honored heritage technique, this box does more than organize your belongings—it establishes a profound emotional connection with your guests, offering the daily benefit of an enduring, functional masterpiece that celebrates absolute human precision.
Additional Information

Product Name Lacquerware Round Lahpet Box: Hand-Etched Linear Grid Motif
Design A refined, structured composition of rhythmic linear patterns and balanced geometric linework hand-engraved across the lid against a rich lacquer background.
Technique Yun Htoe (Hand-carved lacquer design)
Material Bamboo and teakwood base with natural thitsi lacquer
Size L22cm / W22cm / H10cm
Weight 0.377kg
Usage Traditional serving box for Lahpet (Burmese tea-leaf salad); also serves beautifully as a luxury host tray for nuts, dried fruits, confections, or a sophisticated tabletop display.
Care Instructions Wipe gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry immediately, or hand wash with mild soap and warm water. Do not soak, use abrasive sponges, or place in direct sunlight to protect the fine, hand-etched textures and natural lacquer finish.
Artisan Origin Handcrafted by master lacquer artists in Bagan, Myanmar.
Creation Time 4–5 months (includes internal divider shaping, extensive lacquer layering cycles, and intensive freehand surface engraving).