Laotian Bronze Lime Container leadglaze Holy Land lamps often bore

Holy Land lamps often bore motifs reflecting religious or cultural themes

likely Guangdong or Guangxi Province

Jiangxi Province

Turkana people

Laotian Bronze Lime Container leadglaze Holy Land lamps often boreEarly to mid 19th century, Laos, Southeast Asia An elegant cast bronze lime container, dating to the early or mid 19th century, composed of two separately cast sections. The vessel features a finely fluted body enhanced with chased decoration, rising from a waisted cylindrical base articulated with decorative bands at the foot, waist, and rim. A metal suspension loop is set into the rim, while an inset collar extends upward to secure the fitted lid.