Painted Altar Table From Mongolia - 19thC Material - Elm (Bleached) The lids of these examples

The lids of these examples are beautifully decorated with concentric engraved borders and floral bosses at the centre

137 x 46 x 63 (wxdxh cms)

Each suzani is hand-stitched on cotton and completely unique

attractive aged patina

Painted Altar Table From Mongolia - 19thC Material - Elm (Bleached) The lids of these examplesA soulful relic of Mongolian craftsmanship, this 19th century altar table is richly patinated with age and character. Its long, low form originally designed for Buddhist ritual use features three front drawers hand painted with elegant floral and peony motifs, symbolic of peace and prosperity in Tibetan Buddhist art. The original paintwork, though beautifully worn, still retains traces of deep red, olive green, and golden ochre tones, giving the piece