3 Door Painted Sideboard From Mongolia - 19th Century Plates Snow lions symbolised power

Snow lions symbolised power

this early example has developed a rich

28 x 14 x 32(w x d x h cms)

19th century

Pickerings manufactured it by the tradename Blanco It was manufactured in Canada as Capo which is an abbreviation for Canadian Colouring Compound

3 Door Painted Sideboard From Mongolia - 19th Century Plates Snow lions symbolised powerThis antique Mongolian sideboard was traditionally used by the nomadic peoples of Mongolia and Northern Shanxi for storing clothing and grain in the 19th century. The doors feature intricate artwork of scholarly objects, symbolizing wisdom, and are set against a rich rust orange background. The deep red frame adds to the piece's visual appeal. Inside, the cabinet is divided into three sections, each with its own shelf for organization. These