Brass Betel Nut Supari Box from Brunei - Early 20thC Side Tables often shaped with animal or

often shaped with animal or peacock heads on the handles

Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with age and use

or recessed into a wall

21 x 6 x 21 (w x d x h cms)

Brass Betel Nut Supari Box from Brunei - Early 20thC Side Tables often shaped with animal orThis early 20th century brass supari box is from the Indonesian Archipelago and would have been used for storing betel nut supari, also known as paan. Paan is a preparation, which combines a paste of spices in a betel leaf, which is chewed for its stimulant and psychoactive effects. Paan boxes are found across Asia and due to the wide variety of styles and designs, they have become very popular with collectors. Dimensions: 10 x 5 x 2. 75(wxdxh cms)