Painted Tibetan 'Pegam' Prayer Table - 18thC Bucket Beautifully carved and very finely

Beautifully carved and very finely painted wooden figure of a performer who has such a quizzical look on his face - Circa

Mongolian Sideboard with Original Painting 19thC The doors have been modified to make it more practical to use

11 x 11 x 13 (wxdxh cms)

Traditionally positioned above doors to allow light and air to circulate

Teak was rare and it is unusual to find teak stick boxes

Painted Tibetan 'Pegam' Prayer Table - 18thC Bucket Beautifully carved and very finelyAn incredibly good example of a pegam prayer table from Tibet with original painting, dating from the 18th century. Pegams were used by monks for reading manuscripts and they are rare to find today. Painted in the traditional way with stone and real gold paints. This table has a floral design and has two symbols that are recurring motifs in Tibetan culture. The Endless Knot: With no beginning and no end, the endless knot symbolizes the infinite wisdom