Handcrafted Thai Lacquerware Decorative Byat Plate With Intricate Orange & Black

Ever wanted a plate that screams "I'm both functional and a piece of art"? Look no further! This plate is so eye-catching you'll forget to actually put food on it. Impress guests with your wild taste in home decor and maybe start a conversation about its mysterious Thai origins. • Handcrafted in Thailand • Intricate red and black patterns • Lacquered finish • Decorative use only • Comes with stand Lacquerwork has been perfected over hundreds of years in Burma. It boasts intricate details now used for display, but once was used for rituals. Painted using the yun technique in orangy-red, green and black. This tray, or byat, was made in Burma during the mid 20th century. 12" W X 2" H X 12" D. Stunning dragon in the middle surrounded by leafy scrollwork. One could imagine peacock feathers as inspiration for this piece too.