Painted Mongolian Prayer Table - 19thC Material - Bronze Similar examples can be found

Similar examples can be found in Wooden Wonders: Tibetan Furniture in Secular and Religious Life by Kamansky (plate 89) and Auspicious by Design by Corona

This is an old piece dating from the 19thC with traces of the original paint

This is not an antique piece - it has been rather cleverly made from old reclaimed wood in China

whereas most pieces are made in Nathdwara in Rajasthan (near Udaipur

are constructed from paulownia wood (tong mu / 桐木) Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity

Painted Mongolian Prayer Table - 19thC Material - Bronze Similar examples can be foundThis antique low table From Mongolia was originally used as a prayer table. With two drawers below with ample storage and beautifully preserved geometric painting it works perfectly in a modern home as a coffee table. Originally dating from the 19th century and painted using stone colours, this is a really lovely piece. The snow lions painted on the table top are the symbol of Tibet & the Free Tibet movement and symbolise strength, power, fearlessness