Painted Mongolian Side Cabinet - 19th Century Garden This black painted Elm kang

This black painted Elm kang table is from Shanxi province and dates from the mid 19th century

a design feature that reflects the strong architectural influence of the Mughal courts across southern India

the otlo (balcony)

Auspicious symbols abound

Painted Mongolian Side Cabinet - 19th Century Garden This black painted Elm kangThis stunning Mongolian side cabinet showcases intricate blue floral designs surrounding two bowls filled with pomegranates against a warm red painted backdrop. It has depictions of classic Mongolian Buddhist iconography; at the base, stylized mountains (perhaps Mount Kailash) emerge from the ocean, a common motif found in Mongolian and Tibetan art inspired by Buddhist mythology. The sides and top of the piece are unpainted and have developed a rich