Painted Mongolian Prayer Table - 19thC Material - Bronze whereas most pieces are made

whereas most pieces are made in Nathdwara in Rajasthan (near Udaipur

are constructed from paulownia wood (tong mu / 桐木) Paulownia trees were often planted at the birth of a daughter and were considered symbols of prosperity

used behind a sofa or in pairs each side of a mantelpiece

meaning "kiln transmutation"

This is an old piece dating from the 19thC with traces of the original paint

Painted Mongolian Prayer Table - 19thC Material - Bronze whereas most pieces are madeThis antique low table From Mongolia was originally used as a prayer table. With two drawers below with ample storage and beautifully preserved geometric painting it works perfectly in a modern home as a coffee table. Originally dating from the 19th century and painted using stone colours, this is a really lovely piece. The snow lions painted on the table top are the symbol of Tibet & the Free Tibet movement and symbolise strength, power, fearlessness