Painted Tibetan Altar Cabinet - Late 19th Century Material - Elm (Reclaimed) Red Elm Desk With New

Red Elm Desk With New Cane Top From Shanghai - 19thC

It is from a temple chariot locally called ter or Ratha Yatra which are decorated with carved sacred scenes and images of deities

The distressed paint reveals layers of age and use

Small - W16 x D13 x H4 cm

This charming old Indian hand held mirror is typical of the tribal artwork of Banswara in Southern Rajasthan

Painted Tibetan Altar Cabinet - Late 19th Century Material - Elm (Reclaimed) Red Elm Desk With NewThis exquisitely painted cabinet is from Central Tibet and dates to the late 19th century. We've removed layers of soot and discoloured orange varnish to reveal the beautifully painted scenes underneath. See the final photograph for pre restoration images. Each panel is of precise cultural significance and tells the story of Tibet's rich history: Top Left: A Mongolian seated figure with a chained angry tiger Some say this is Gshi Khan (1582 1655),