LOT 252:
VINTAGE BETEL NUT LIME CONTAINERS TIMOR ISLAND
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VINTAGE BETEL NUT LIME CONTAINERS TIMOR ISLAND
Pair of vintage 1950s bamboo lime containers Atoni People Amanatun District from the Highlands of West Timor with a carved etched motif "kaif", symbol of kinship and power. The decoration goes all around into the surface and the bottle is sealed with wood stoppers. The artifacts have a mature patina and is in vintage condition. The patina is deep and rich original sign of antiquity. The Highland Atoni People have always been enthusiastic practitioners of the betel nut ceremony which has both formal and informal formats. Ethnic Home Decor, Boho Ethnic Collectibles.
Dimensions: Large 6 1/4" in Tall. Small 4 1/4" in Tall. All measurements are approximate.