Painted Mongolian Prayer Table - 19thC Material - Cypress Wood This unusual sideboard is from

This unusual sideboard is from the Chinese province of Gansu

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Painted Mongolian Prayer Table - 19thC Material - Cypress Wood This unusual sideboard is fromThis 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