Start a thread in the appropriate board, upload images as FULL IMAGES and ask whatever questions you need. Just make sure the questions are...
It is indeed, made by T&G. Established in 1735, and defunct in 1876. And yes, it was later bought out by its creditors and turned into Betjemann &...
Ang Ku Kueh are a nightmare to make. Even with 2-3 assistants, and modern technology, you'll be there for at least a couple of hours or more. In...
If she's Straits Chinese she'll know what Kueh Lapis is. I stuff my face with it at every opportunity! Or you can ask her about my favourite...
The date looks fine, but DO be careful with the seam on those writing-leaves. Here's one of mine from ca. 1863. Same basic style as yours... [IMG]
Keuh Lapis is a traditional Straits-Chinese or Peranakan dessert. I have family friends and relatives who make this all the time (my family on my...
As an active collector of antique writing slopes, I can tell you that you've purchased a real beauty there! Although the lock on the lid could do...
That looks very familiar! We have a similar one in Singapore/Malaya called Kueh Lapis (literally 'layered cake'): [IMG] One of the main...
Even better!!
It is an ancient, and most powerful medallion, manufactured by the Jade Emperor, to protect the common people against being served substandard...
"RGP" = Rolled Gold Plate. Unfortunately, ladies' watches are VERY hard to resell. As already noted, people just don't wear them/use...
Oh I know what Pandan is and what pandan leaves are. I just couldn't figure out why on earth you'd carry it around with you. Or for that matter,...
Here's something. http://www.christies.com/lotfinder/Lot/a-cast-silver-and-gilt-pandan-box-5061733-details.aspx But what's a pandan box? And...
Betel nuts were very common in Asia during the 1800s, early 1900s (and still are in some places, today). I agree that they would be a definite...
I don't speak Asian, but I can tell you that the red seal in the top corner is an Asian tradition. It'll either be the artist's name, or the...
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I have gloves already, but thanks for the thought. I'm sure someone would love them though.
Oh I see. How interesting :)
Why would that be?
Judging by the stuff they have on this menu, if you have to ask for prices, you can't afford it.
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