Painted Sideboard From Qinghai - 19th Century Material - Cypress Wood Tibetan coral is considered by

Tibetan coral is considered by Tibetans to be more precious than gold

they are made from solid teak and the uprights have stone bases

highlighting the depth and texture of the carving

From Rajasthan - 18th

Materials: Hand-carved teak wood with traces of original pigment

Painted Sideboard From Qinghai - 19th Century Material - Cypress Wood Tibetan coral is considered byThis painted antique Chinese sideboard is from the western province of Qinghai. It has retained its original painting and dates to the 19th century. This has a clear Mongolian influence, however, the painting is more indicative of the Chinese style. Mongolian & Qinghai sideboards were usually made from locally sourced wood, normally elm, poplar, or pine. These cabinets were used by nomadic people for the storage of clothes and bedding or grain. Also