Painted Mongolian Kang Low Cabinet - Late 19thC Cotton Internal Candle Box

Internal Candle Box

and stylised forms characteristic of traditional Rajasthani and Gujarati craftsmanship

Expertly crafted with intricate Bidriware design

They would make a very dramatic entrance to a property

Not guaranteed water- tight

Painted Mongolian Kang Low Cabinet - Late 19thC Cotton Internal Candle BoxThis antique painted low 'Kang' cabinet is from Mongolia and dates to the late 19th century. They were used beside the kang which was a raised platform used as a bed or lounging area. Kangs were quite often made from stone which was heated from underneath in the winter. The two painted male children are a motif commonly found in China & Mongolia often referred to as the '100 boys' motif. They were auspicious symbols to bring agricultural prosperity.