A hsun-ok is a stupa (top of a temple) shaped vessel used for presenting food to a Buddhist monastery, and in the past, to members of the royal family. It comprises a wide curved bowl set on a waisted pedestal flaring out to a circular foot-ring. The lid tapers to an elegant spire, which is relieved at intervals by graceful bulbous moldings. The base was crafted from woven bamboo which was then treated with several layers of lacquer. Hsun-ok are traditionally carried proudly on the heads of Burmese women to the temple in an act of merit.
Despite being over 50 years old, this hsun-ok is in excellent condition with only minimal wear.
Characteristics
Height: 46cm, 18 in
Diameter: 19cm, 9.8 in
Materials: woven bamboo, lacquer, pigment
Provenance: Burmese antique dealer
Period: Mid 20th century
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