Painted Torkham Cabinet From Tibet - 18thC Material - Cedar Wood 43 x 2 x 93

43 x 2 x 93 (wxdxh cms)

This is unusual as he usually holds a shield

103 x 47 x 188 (wxdxh cms)

Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and surface paint loss consistent with use

with thin bush like branches

Painted Torkham Cabinet From Tibet - 18thC Material - Cedar Wood 43 x 2 x 93This stunning and rare painted Tibetan Altar Cabinet, known as a Torkham, is an original 18thC piece. Wonderful detailed painting of two monasteries. It also features two figures, a Lama, (Tibetan monk), and another traveller in a striped fur trimmed coat, from outside Tibet possibly Mongolia. Auspicious symbols abound, such as the Wheel of Dharma, a Wind Horse and an Elephant carrying jewels. The jewels are part of an offering of seven jewels given