Painted Choksar Prayer Table from Tibet - 19thC Period - Meiji more vibrant red—each vase is

more vibrant red—each vase is entirely unique

The Chrysanthemum signifies intellectual accomplishments

Dimensions: W72 x D0 x H 200 cm

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Painted Choksar Prayer Table from Tibet - 19thC Period - Meiji more vibrant red—each vase isAn excellent example of an antique Tibetan painted choksar dating from the 19th century. This particular Choksar is decorated with traditional shou symbols at each end, and lotus flowers, the symbol of the path to enlightenment of the soul. Choksars (as with antique Tibetan furniture in general) are becoming increasingly rare. Choksars were used as prayer tables by monks for reading scrolls and books. A yak butter lamp would be burnt regularly which