Bleached Kothla Majus From Gujarat - 19th Century Chest of Drawers Tibetan furniture is mostly constructed

Tibetan furniture is mostly constructed from cedar or pine and painted in traditional Tibetan colours

especially the square and rectangular Ganesh–Lakshmi forms

elongated form and practical storage combine functionality with timeless provincial character

Smaller torgam like this would have been privately owned and used to house torma

They were used in stone havelis - the stylish homes of the wealthy families

Bleached Kothla Majus From Gujarat - 19th Century Chest of Drawers Tibetan furniture is mostly constructedThis antique Indian teak dowry chest known as a kothla majus in India has been reduced in depth to create a dramatic console table. It's constructed from solid teak wood and dates to the 19th century. This particular style of kothla majus can be traced to Narmada in Gujarat. These chests would have stored valuables and also everyday items. It has been customised to be front opening making it perfect for storage of bedding for occasional guests. It's