This lacquerware container in the picture merges everyday use with cultural and special event importance. If used to hold food or for a special event, the item is very attractive and makes you think of old-fashioned painting on vases. The surfaces of the lacquerware has beautiful drawings and pictures on it. It displays elephants, tigers and items from nature such as trees. Every sign means something, showing power and strength. They also have a strong link to nature. This picture not only makes things look nicer but a way to preserve culture. The special looking vessel is known as almoner.
