A Burmese Red Lacquered Stupa Offering Vessel

Late 19th century or early 20th century, multi-tiered with three parts comprising the footed bowl shaped base, the tiered footed box and the conical cover with stupa finial, a beautiful signature Burmese red lacquer vessel used to present offerings at a Buddhist temple.

HOA 31 in.

From the Collection of Susan and Michael Hershfield, Durham, NC, Proceeds to benefit the Dr. Ira and Joyce Wiggins Endowed Scholarship Fund in the NCCU Jazz Studies program.

Base has some repairs and restoration to decoration around the foot; the box and cover have some cracking to lacquer surface and possible repairs; some minor chips to edges.