Betel nut box
Artist
Philippines
MediumBrass
Dimensions2 3/8 × 5 1/8 × 1 7/8 in. (6 × 13 × 4.8 cm)
ClassificationsContainers
Credit LineGift of Otis Warren Barrett
Object number1928.1.80
DescriptionBox in rectangular shapes with flattened corners giving box octangular shape. Handles on either side. Attached to handle is a chain to which 3 decorative bells are attached. Box is hinged with no clasp to open lid. Inside are 3 compartments center being the largest. The left and right compartments have lids, though they are no longer attached. Inside the right compartment is a betel nut.On View
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Philippines
Egypt
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