Painted Tibetan 'Double Dragon' Chest From Central Tibet - 17th Century Tables The chest is finished with

The chest is finished with elaborate black iron hardware

this one is 19thC

they have very good age and would originally have been burgundy lacquer

In our modern western world they make a lovely small coffee table

The finials show a clear influence of Jainism and as such

Painted Tibetan 'Double Dragon' Chest From Central Tibet - 17th Century Tables The chest is finished withTibetan antique furniture with original painting was always unusual to find but is incredibly difficult to come by. This very decorative chest is from Central Tibet and dates to the 17th century. It is one of our favorite pieces from an excellent quality recently acquired collection we've acquired. Lacquered and painted, the main feature is a pair of confronting dragons with lashing tongues clasping jewels in their claws. The dragons face a central