{"product_id":"a-pair-of-straits-chinese-penarakan-nyonya-silver-pillow-ends-buntal-plates-kapala-bantal-1920-s-1930-s","title":"A pair of straits Chinese Penarakan Nyonya Silver Pillow ends ( Buntal plates , Kapala Bantal ) 1920’s-1930’s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnhance your collection with these exquisite antique silver pillow ends, known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuntal Plates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKepala Bantal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Originally used by the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMalay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeranakan (Straits Chinese)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e communities in Southeast Asia, these plates were ceremonial staples for traditional weddings. They were traditionally sewn onto the flat ends of silk or velvet bolsters to decorate the bridal bed, serving as a symbol of status, wealth, and auspicious blessings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese plates feature intricate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003erepoussé and chasing work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, showcasing traditional floral motifs and scrolling foliage. The edges are lined with small perforated holes, specifically designed for stitching the silver directly onto fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Silver (often high-grade or coin silver, common in the 19th\/early 20th century).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hand-hammered Repoussé (raised relief) and Chasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional Southeast Asian floral patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent vintage condition with a natural aged patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Malaysia \/ Singapore \/ Indonesia (Straits Settlements).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet Includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Two matching rectangular plates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Diameter: 16.3 x 8.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Teh collectibles ( 想当年 ）","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45302782558265,"sku":null,"price":850.0,"currency_code":"MYR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0769\/9388\/8313\/files\/386946BD-0E61-43F2-8871-523A30E0112A.jpg?v=1767337149","url":"https:\/\/tehcollectibles.com\/products\/a-pair-of-straits-chinese-penarakan-nyonya-silver-pillow-ends-buntal-plates-kapala-bantal-1920-s-1930-s","provider":"Teh collectibles ( 想当年 ）","version":"1.0","type":"link"}