This is an unusual design for a container with embossed peonies flower and butterfly. Made in Czechoslovakia and used in the early 20th century. This product believed is the design for the Baba Nyonya preference. Vibrant colours and attractive design. This was used by the Tamil community for multiple uses. According to some sources it was used to keep ghee in those days in the kitchen. Other sources mentioned it was used to keep dry kitchen ingredients. Small size and thick enamel applied on it. Tamil wordings was inscribed on it. Rare shape in the market.
The Tamil Treasure blog was established on July 2011 to showcase information of the items collected to everyone and build bridges of understanding and friendship with our multicultural society. Through informative materials, special events and cultural sharing that this blog has received multiple positive feedbacks on its representation of contemporary Indian culture as well as preservation of the old and treasured. All the items showcased in this blog are for our own references.
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Unusual Design Container
This is an unusual design for a container with embossed peonies flower and butterfly. Made in Czechoslovakia and used in the early 20th century. This product believed is the design for the Baba Nyonya preference. Vibrant colours and attractive design. This was used by the Tamil community for multiple uses. According to some sources it was used to keep ghee in those days in the kitchen. Other sources mentioned it was used to keep dry kitchen ingredients. Small size and thick enamel applied on it. Tamil wordings was inscribed on it. Rare shape in the market.
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