Painted Kang Cabinet From Mongolia - 19th Century Nandi Bulls the toy retains traces of

the toy retains traces of its original painted decoration

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

Comparable examples can be found in museum collections such as the Peabody Essex Museum

The form of the arches reflects Mughal influence

Lacquer cabinets were often given as wedding gifts - usually

Painted Kang Cabinet From Mongolia - 19th Century Nandi Bulls the toy retains traces ofThis painted low cabinet is from Mongolia and dates to the 19th century (Qing Dynasty 1644 1911). This piece has beautiful original floral and ornithological paintings. Chinese writing is also evident in the corners of the image panels, most likely telling a story or poem. The front panels would originally have been fixed and this cabinet would have opened from the top. It likely would have been used for storage of bedding and clothing. This style of