193 - TIBET - 18th/19th century

TIBET - 18th/19th century Polychrome wooden chest, the front panel adorned in the center with a medallion featuring a Garuda’s head spewing lotus scrolls, set against a background of small flowers arranged in a lattice pattern. The iron fittings are dart-shaped. (Cracks, missing pieces, and restorations). 132 x 66 x 43 cm Provenance: - Ian Triay Collection Reference: - A chest with a medallion and spandrel decoration arranged in the same manner is held at the Los Angeles County Museum, Accession No. M.2010.81.5