Painted Tibetan Altar Cabinet - 18thC Margin Scheme Sendai metalwork forgoes straight lines

Sendai metalwork forgoes straight lines and spreads effortlessly

symbolic imagery and traditional calligraphy

This striking two-part lacquer pot comes from Barmer in Rajasthan

China's historic porcelain capital

Glazed Cabinet - Catalpa - 19thC from the port city of Tianjin & surrounding areas in North China

Painted Tibetan Altar Cabinet - 18thC Margin Scheme Sendai metalwork forgoes straight linesTibetan antique furniture with original painting was always unusual to find and is increasingly difficult to come by. The dragon (Druk in Tibetan) is a symbol of power and authority and was associated with the water element rather than fire as in the west. The dragon is an ancient symbol and recognizable examples can be found as early as the Han dynasty (206 BC AD 211). From Tibet 95 x 42. 5 x 71 (wxdxh cms) UK Delivery Charge except Highlands &