Chinese Export Black & Gilt Lacquer Four-Fold Screen – Circa 1920 Origin - Tibet Dimensions: W15 x D8 x

Dimensions: W15 x D8 x H20 cm

but beautifully carved holding a alms bowl

pots like these were used for storing bindi—the red powder symbolising the third eye in Hindu tradition

surface losses and patina consistent with its architectural use and age

Chinese Export Black & Gilt Lacquer Four-Fold Screen – Circa 1920 Origin - Tibet Dimensions: W15 x D8 xThis elegant early 20th century Chinese export screen is a striking example of traditional black lacquer artistry created for the Western market. Decorated in rich gilt tones against a deep black ground, the front presents a lively and highly detailed scene of children at play within a stylised garden landscape. Such imageryoften referred to as One Hundred Children scenessymbolises prosperity, happiness, and continuity of family lineage in Chinese