Small Painted Tibetan Storage Chest - 18th Century Period - Taishō As with most Indian doors

As with most Indian doors

Features: Grid Form Construction

This is one of our favourite Indo-Dutch chests we've had in our collection and perhaps the oldest

It's highly likely that following the Haitō Edict

Northern China

Small Painted Tibetan Storage Chest - 18th Century Period - Taishō As with most Indian doorsThis small painted storage chest from 18th century Central Tibet is a rare and visually captivating piece. Traditionally used in both homes and monasteries, such chests served as essential storage for textiles, manuscripts, and ritual objects. Richly decorated in hues of red, gold, and black colours symbolising protection, abundance, and spiritual vitality in Tibetan Buddhist art it exudes both presence and purpose. The central motif on the front