Garuda-Shaped Indonesian Betel Nutcracker Scandinavian design There are a few small

There are a few small pen marks on surface and a bit of wear to inter lacquer lip

the other is blonde on a green horse

or more traditional decor

but overall excellent condition

Woven in a classic kilim style

Garuda-Shaped Indonesian Betel Nutcracker Scandinavian design There are a few smallThis Garuda shaped Indonesian nutcracker, presumed early 20th century, would originally have used to cut pieces of Areca nut commonly referred to as betel nut, and actually a fruit in order to make chewing betel. A cultural tradition in Southest Asia practiced for thousands of years, a few slices of "betal nut" are wrapped in betel leaf, sometimes spiced, and chewed for their effects as a mild stimulant. At present, I think it certainly could still be