Painted Mongolian Book Cabinet - 19th Century Wall Art Reference: Similar Nepalese examples described

Reference: Similar Nepalese examples described as pot à lait (milk pot)

Delicately lightweight with softly frayed edges

this window can also be turned into a mirror

This beautiful Tibetan Lectern has the original painting - Circa mid 19thC

Painted Mongolian Book Cabinet - 19th Century Wall Art Reference: Similar Nepalese examples describedThis beautifully painted 19th century Mongolian book cabinet has retained its original paintwork. It is adorned with images of floral scenes surrounded by vases. These were all items known broadly as 'scholarly objects' which denoted the scholarly status of the owner. The peony was considered the 'king of flowers' and was associated with the Imperial family during the Tang dynasty (618 907 AD) leading to it becoming a status symbol depicting wealth &