Painted Blanket Chest From Mongolia - 19thC Indonesia 137 x 31 x 81

137 x 31 x 81 (wxdxh cms)

Handcrafted in teak

Materials: Red Elm (Jumu / Southern Elm)

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

Can also be made as a coffee table

Painted Blanket Chest From Mongolia - 19thC Indonesia 137 x 31 x 81An 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