Round Lacquer Asian Antique Offering Bowl

This is a striking antique lacquered offering or storage bowl, handcrafted from wood and finished in a deep red lacquer with black accents. The lid features an incised circular yin-yang motif and decorative border work, adding symbolic and cultural depth to the piece. Both bowl and lid show age-related wear with visible cracks and surface patina, which enhances its authenticity and character.

Measuring approximately 19.5 inches wide and 6 inches tall, this substantial bowl was likely used in a ritual or ceremonial setting in Southeast Asia—possibly Burma (Myanmar), Thailand, or Laos—where such lacquered vessels were traditionally employed to hold offerings, food, or temple items. The craftsmanship and layered lacquer finish suggest it dates from the late 19th to early 20th century.

This piece would make an excellent collector’s item for those interested in Asian antiques, religious artifacts, or ethnographic decorative arts. Despite its wear, it remains a beautiful and historically significant display piece.

• Material: Hand-carved wood with multiple layers of red and black lacquer

• Age: Estimated late 19th to early 20th century (c. 1880–1930)

• Style: Southeast Asian, ceremonial lacquerware with incised yin-yang design

• Dimensions: Approx. 19.5" wide x 6" tall

• Condition: Age-related wear with visible cracks, surface abrasions, and lacquer loss; stable for display and retains antique charm