Although much has been written about Burmese Lacquerware, this book breaks new ground with essays by the art historians Sylvia Fraser-Lu and Linda McIntosh focusing on the locations and techniques of lacquer production in Burma (Myanmar), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos, as well as the form, function and use of these beautiful utilitarian and sacred objects. More than 150 exquisite and diverse objects are beautifully photographed with full descriptions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
A beautiful and lavishly illustrated (with over 150 pieces of lacquerware, some from private collections rarely seen), new study of lacquerware from Southeast Asia. Includes both utilitarian and sacred items. New essays by two of the world’s preeminent authorities on lacquerware.
Introduction 12
\nby David Halperin
\nOverview of Lacquerware Traditions 17
\nby Professor Vithi Phanichphant
\nTranslated by Narisa Chakrabongse
\nProduction, Usage, Forms, and Design Motifs of 25
\nSoutheast Asian Lacquerware
\nby Sylvia Fraser-Lu
\nBibliography 49
\nCatalogue 50
\nBaskets 52
\nBetel Boxes 66
\nBoxes 126
\nMother-of-Pearl and Bone Inlay 160
\nPedestal Stands 194
\nPlates, Trays, Bowls and Cups 206
\nReligious Items 234
\nSculptures 270
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