Lacquerware Round Lahpet Box: Hand-Etched Marionette Folk Motif

$31.00

The ritual of welcoming hospitality. This exceptional round, compartmentalized serving box honors Myanmar's cherished social traditions, reimagining the classic Lahpet (tea-leaf salad) vessel for the contemporary home. Meticulously hand-etched by master artisans using the revered Yun Htoe needle technique, this piece captures the vibrant spirit of the traditional Burmese theater, transforming the simple act of serving snacks into a soulful, sensory experience of cultural storytelling.

Size

L22cm / W22cm / H10cm
Add to WishlistCompare
SKU: LA1026-Y-PUP: 1001
Tags: Boxes & Chests, Cylindrical & Round Boxes, Food Containers, Puppet, Shop by Design, Shop by Shape, Shop by Use, Tableware & Dining, Traditional Scenes & Art
amazon paymentsamerican expressapple paydiscovergoogle payjcbmasterpaypalvisa
Description
Elevate your hosting rituals with an artistic centerpiece designed to bring theater and folklore to your table. Crafted with a practical, compartmentalized interior, this versatile round box functions beautifully for presenting an elegant curation of traditional tea-leaf components, dried fruits, premium nuts, or fine chocolates, bringing a sophisticated touch of Burmese hospitality to any social gathering.

The true value of this masterpiece lies in its exquisite blend of craftsmanship and classical performing arts. Master artisans spend months layering natural Thit-si lacquer before using micro-needles to precisely hand-etch intricate marionette motifs and flowing scrollwork into the surface. By blending time-honored culinary customs with the legendary characters of Burmese puppetry, this box does more than serve food—it establishes a profound emotional connection with your guests, offering the unique benefit of an everyday functional masterpiece that celebrates absolute human precision and cultural joy.
Additional Information

Product Name Lacquerware Round Lahpet Box: Hand-Etched Marionette Folk Motif
Design Intricate classical narrative illustrations detailing traditional Burmese marionette theater characters, surrounded by flowing ornamental borders hand-engraved into a deep 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).