Vintage Chinese Reverse Glass Painting Of A Courtesan - Ca 1930's Material - Zelkova Wood A pair of exceptionally good

A pair of exceptionally good quality painted Mongolian cabinets dating from the 19thC - These pieces are untouched and retain the original painting

108 x 43 x 145 (wxdxh cms)

Urlis were positioned over open flames and lifted using wooden poles passed through their sturdy loop handles

members are distant cousins of the Madhya Pradesh Dhokras

or can be grouped with others to create an eye-catching wall display

Vintage Chinese Reverse Glass Painting Of A Courtesan - Ca 1930's Material - Zelkova Wood A pair of exceptionally goodReverse Glass Painting of a Chinese courtesan in a wooden frame with traditional Chinese style brass hanger Skillfully painted on the reverse side of the glass, these were popular with the wealthy class of society during Georgian period in England, along with Chinoiserie painted furniture. From China 34 x 49 cms tall UK Delivery Charge except Highlands & Islands 20 More delivery options available on checkout