Painted Mongolian Sideboard - 19thC Origin - Miao Tribe cosmetics and precious domestic items

cosmetics and precious domestic items

The construction is a mix of cedar or pine

The form is unusual as Tibetan chests are usually less deep

Features: Hand-Carved Mughal Style Detailing

and seated on a stool playing an instrument

Painted Mongolian Sideboard - 19thC Origin - Miao Tribe cosmetics and precious domestic itemsThis antique Mongolian cabinet would have been used for religious practices. The central hole would originally have been filled by a sliding door. Historically, Mongolian culture had many similarities with Tibetan culture. This sliding door mechanism can be seen on Tibetan pegam chests. This piece has beautiful original painting and is constructed from pine wood. It dates to the 19th century and the drawers and doors are a later conversion. The