Painted Floral Choksar Prayer Table from Tibet - 19th Century Material - Porcelain fame and ignominy

fame and ignominy

Historically the most important piece of equipment for each household throughout Asia and many other countries are the family€™s water pots

This carved teak mirror is crafted from an old window from the historic Shekhawati region of Rajasthan

horse & human) can be seen across the front of the cabinet

Condition: Aged Condition With Paint Crackle

Painted Floral Choksar Prayer Table from Tibet - 19th Century Material - Porcelain fame and ignominyThis antique Tibetan painted choksar dates from the 19th century. This particular prayer table is decorated with central flaming jewels on a lotus, delicate floral paintwork spreads out from the center. Each end is also decorated, one with a floral design and the other with a 'Fish otter'. The Fish otter is a mythical creature, part of a trio of hybrid animals that make up 'the three victorious creatures of harmony' in Tibetan mythology. These