Painted Blanket Chest From Mongolia - 19thC Indonesia 36 x 27 x 17

36 x 27 x 17   (wxdxh cms)

hand carved detailing and aged patina makes this an exceptional decorative wall feature for both indoor and outdoor settings

From Inner Mongolia

which are represented by the heaped dots on top of the inscription

Beautifully hand stitched

Painted Blanket Chest From Mongolia - 19thC Indonesia 36 x 27 x 17An unusual example of an antique painted Mongolian blanket box dating from the 19th century. This piece was made top opening for easy access to blankets and clothing. Mongolian antique furniture is well known for it's exceptional painting, this style of paint work is only surpassed in quality by Tibetan antique furniture. This piece is adorned with paintings of dragons, birds, ducks, hanging fruits and the 'Jewel of Tibet' which is a reoccurring motif