Painted Tibetan Chest - 19th Century Blue & White Porcelain patinated paint consistent with age

patinated paint consistent with age

This piece is also supplied with sturdy wall hangers on the back

often shaped with animal or peacock heads on the handles

The fine cobalt-blue detailing

while the bottom right contains the Golden Fish (nya)

Painted Tibetan Chest - 19th Century Blue & White Porcelain patinated paint consistent with ageThis decorative Central Tibet monastic chest dates to the 19th century. Its central image depicts the three jewels (dkon mchog gsum) sprouting from a blossoming lotus surrounded by flowing intricate floral patterns. This chest is constructed of cedar & pine wood with original hand beaten iron bindings and a brass latch. Tibetan chests and trunks were used as storage in homes and monasteries. The better quality pieces are painted onto fabric on wood