Painted Tibetan 'Floral' Storage Chest - 18thC Origin - Ersari In the old days it

In the old days it was in either in Seers & Pattis These are made from teak or mango wood

21 x 17 x 26 (wxdxh cms)

One Size fits all - Size UK 14

A beautifully carved stone Apsara - this is a copy of an original statue

or “Hundred Antiques” composition

Painted Tibetan 'Floral' Storage Chest - 18thC Origin - Ersari In the old days itThis Tibetan antique chests dates to the 18th century and has polychrome painting throughout. The two central characters on your chest are Garuda surrounded by an interlocking swastika motif. Garuda is considered a protector and guardian of treasures and is well known within Hinduism as the vehicle of Lord Shiva. In Tibetan Buddhism he is also the vehicle of Amoghasiddhi, the green Buddha. His wings represent the union of method and wisdom. The