Hello, this item is a late 19th-century Burmese (Myanmar) silver repousse offering bowl of large scale, measuring 16 inches in diameter and 11 inches in height. The surface is richly decorated with repousse and chased scenes depicting episodes from the Jataka tales, a common subject in Burmese silverwork symbolizing moral lessons from the Buddha’s past lives. The repoussé technique is deeply worked, with high relief figures framed by ornate floral and geometric borders. Its weight, approximately 115 troy ounces, and the silver content (Ag 97.61%, Cu 2.37%) confirm it as a high-purity piece, consistent with fine Burmese silver craftsmanship of the period.

Burmese silver bowls of this type were often made as ceremonial or monastic offerings and are highly prized for their intricate artistry and religious subject matter. The absence of maker’s marks is not unusual, as many Burmese silversmiths of the 19th century worked anonymously for temple or private commissions. The size, weight, and craftsmanship of this example place it in the upper tier of collectible Burmese silver. In today’s market, such a massive and finely worked example would be valued in the range of 12,000 to 18,000 USD, with strong demand from collectors of Southeast Asian silver and Buddhist art.