Painted Zeeba Table from Central Tibet - 18th Century Candlesticks Although newly made

Although newly made

154 x 48 x 77 (wxdxh cms)

Materials: Solid teak with remnants of original painted finish

and dates to the late 19th century

Painted Zeeba Table from Central Tibet - 18th Century Candlesticks Although newly madeThis rare painted side table from Central Tibet is called a thrichok. These tables were made for a lama (spiritual leader in Tibetan Buddhism) and would have supported ritual objects, scriptures, butter lamps, or devotional offerings. This particular table dates to the 18th century and features a striking depiction of Zeeba, often called Kirtimukha (meaning the face of majesty) (also named Ziba Zipak). He is a monstrous creature whose symbol is