Antique Silver Offering Box 900 Cambodia Khmer 19th Century

  

Very beautiful Cambodian offering box in silver with embossed engraving. This box was used to present "Puja" offerings for Buddhist rites. It has been repurposed from its original meaning; indeed, it was gifted by a Cambodian to his Parisian lawyer in 1904 as a token of gratitude. It has been engraved with a text and dated, marked on the flat part of its base as a remembrance of this event.

A particularly touching object that transitions from a sacred status to a token of human appreciation. In very good original condition, which makes it not only a ritual piece of fine craftsmanship but also an unusual display object due to its unique history.

Dimensions 10cm x 10cm Weight 258g.