#28287 Ex-Large Size Antique Tibetan Wooden Trunk with Raised Painting of A Dragon

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List price: 13000.00

Price: 8000.00

The rich colors on this painted trunk derive from precious organic mineral compounds and vegetation. It is incredible to see that the colors remain so beautifully vivid and still in excellent condition after all the years. The raised painted lacquer work is commonly seen in some painted Tibetan furniture work, often with nice detail reflecting the devotion of painter in this time consuming pursue of its artistry. The scaled dragon is presented in a curled form circled by a shape with twelve petals. Its face is painted with wide open mouth, two horns on the head, and big eyes. Outside the twelve petal shape, the surface is decorated with painted stylized characters like that of Chinese of "double-happiness" and other commonly used Tibetan motives. The four corners of the trunk are painted with auspicious clouds as well as the four-petaled flowers on the bands, all painted in beautiful red, yellow, green, and other colors. The metal fittings on the lid have been replaced. Estimated to be from the 18-19th century. This trunk makes a focal point with its warm colors and bold dragon design that adds to the sophistication of a space. Dimensions: 43 7/8" L x 17" D x 21" H

#16832 Large Size Old Silk Thangka Painting of A White Tara and Many Buddhas

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Large Size Old Silk Thangka Painting with a figure that looks like a White Tara with many small Buddhas, painted in organic color pigments made of minerals and vegetation. The outside brocade that frames the painting has deteriorated. White Tara in Tibetan Buddhism represents longevity and healing in practice. In the picture, the figure in the center sits on a lotus throne with crossed feet. Her right arm resting on the knee, with fingers pointing downward, while her left arm holding a flower stem. Her face is gently painted with two eyes only (most Tara forms bear seven eyes). This large size Thangka might have been used or hung at a temple or a monastery for the worship purpose. Its lovely colors and rendetion of the main figure resembling the style of some works painted in the 18th century. Exact age unknown. Over 100 years. As is condition. Dimensions: 41" x 33" (Tanka), 58" x 39" (the hanging) Provided below are references from the internet links: http://www.rigdzindharma.org/white-tara.htmlhttps://www.himalayanart.org/pages/manjushrisita/index.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tara_%28Buddhism%29

#27071 Large Painted Antique Semi-Tibetan Cabinet with Auspicious Fruit (SOLD)

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List price: 2400.00

Price: 1550.00

Large Size Painted Antique Semi-Tibetan Cabinet with Auspicious Pomegranate Fruit, Melon, and twined orange floral design, painted in bright green and shades of orange color on the dark yellow background. the thick cabinet frames is carved with several character and shape of a Chinese Longevity symbol. There are two sets of doors, each open to a full empty storage space inside. the inside is rustic. Late 19 to early 20th century. As is. Dimensions: 36 1/4" L x 20 1/4" W x 40 3/8" H

#26064 Very Rare Small Antique Painted Tibetan Altar Cabinet with Stylized Bird Design

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Very Rare Small Antique Painted Tibetan Altar Cabinet with Beautiful stylized bird Design. Beautiful original raised painting with fine detail of two birds on the large drawer and other mystical patterns on the body of the cabinet as well as carved woodwork in good detail. The back of the cabinet still retains its original black lacquer. This charming dear size small altar cabinet made with good hardwood is an excellent addition to any art collection for its wonderful painted art work! Estimated to be from the 17-18th century. Dimensions: 29 1/4" L x 14" D x 16 1/2" H