Painted Sideboard From Mongolia - 19th Century Kang Tables The carving is the true

The carving is the true focus of the piece

softly illuminating entrances with the glow of oil lamps or candles

There are some traces of the original paint on the top

Expertly hand-carved in the traditional Mughal style

it makes a wonderfully versatile decorative object—ideal for storing logs

Painted Sideboard From Mongolia - 19th Century Kang Tables The carving is the trueThis antique Mongolian sideboard was used for storing clothing and grain by the nomadic people of Mongolia & Northern Shanxi in the 19th century. The door panels exhibit various social scenes framed in a deep blue border, and the drawers have various delicate paintwork inspired by nature. The frame of the sideboard is a vibrant red which has worn away in places, leaving a pleasing 'distressed' look. These sideboards were also used as altar cabinets