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THBLate 19th C. Thai Wood Rabbit Coconut Grater
Lot 77
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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- Lot Description
Southeast Asia, Thailand, ca. late 19th to early 20th century CE. An endearing coconut grater, carved from a single piece of wood to represent a recumbent rabbit and fitted with an iron grater extending from its mouth. Seated on a tiered, rectangular plinth, the adorable animal boasts a rich, caramel brown finish and finely delineated ears, eyes, legs, and paws. Lovely floral and starburst-like flourishes are incised on both sides of the body of the charming creature, and a series of stripes adorns its hind legs. While in a recumbent position, this bunny appears as if he is about to hop across the room! A refined work of culinary art from Southeast Asia! Size: 19.5" L x 5.5" W x 8.5" H (49.5 cm x 14 cm x 21.6 cm)
While it may seem like this rabbit is an unusually large attachment for a simple tool, Thai graters were traditionally attached to benches or blocks, so the person could sit and drag the coconut over the iron grater. This grater let the person sit astride the rabbit's back, and a bowl could be placed below the mouth to catch the shredded coconut, which would traditionally be used in the preparation of delectable curries and desserts.
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-De Roche Collection, California, USA
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#146794Stable fissures to underside of base. Expected surface wear with light scratches and a few minor nicks throughout. Otherwise, intact and excellent with light earthen deposits in recessed areas. Collection label on base.Condition
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