Antique Tibetan Tiger

Magnificent figure of a gilded Dharmapala on tiger, circa 17th-18th century. Gilded repoussé. Provenance: Trocadero Art Gallery, Washington, D.C, early 1980s.

The tiger pelt was a symbol of high rank in Tibet, employed almost exclusively on weavings which belonged to the religious as well as secular upper class. Following a series of impor...

A rare Tibetan rug decorated by a stylized tiger pelt pattern.

The tiger pelt was a symbol of high rank in Tibet, employed almost exclusively on weavings which belonged to the religious as well as secular upper class. Following a series of impor...

The tiger pelt was a symbol of high rank in Tibet, employed almost exclusively on weavings which belonged to the religious as well as secular upper class. Following a series of impor...

Tigers are not native animals of the Tibetan plateau; however their presence in neighbouring countries such as China and India partly explain its depiction, both in a realistic as we...

Collectible and rare Tibetan saddle cover featuring two charming tigers surrounded by a border of beautiful dragons.

This antique Tibetan tiger rug is rare and collectible. This rug is made of very soft, silky wool and is in good condition given its age.

Tigers are not native animals of the Tibetan plateau; however their presence in neighbouring countries such as China and India partly explain its depiction, both in a realistic as we...

Antique tiger design rug, Tibet, 1920 -- A deep, crimson sky sets the ideal background for the white, snow-capped mountains before it in this Tibetan piece.

A gorgeous 19th century Tibetan wood trunk, covered in leather, with a cowhide panel painted to mimic tiger fur.

The tops, sides and back have an orange tiger stripe framing with blue framing. Common motifs in Chinese and Tibetan Buddhist art, tigers are symbols of strength, fearlessness, power...

The tops, sides and back have an orange tiger stripe framing with blue framing. Common motifs in Chinese and Tibetan Buddhist art, tigers are symbols of strength, fearlessness, power...

The tiger pelt was a symbol of high rank in Tibet, employed almost exclusively on weavings which belonged to the religious as well as secular upper class. Following a series of impor...

Hand-knotted of vegetable dyed wool in rich shades of blue, purple and orange, the small carpet is a delightful example of Sino-Tibetan textile art. Considered the king of earthly be...

A rare tiger pelt rug woven in a particular technique called tsukdruk. When I sourced this piece in Nepal it had at both ends a red tattered cotton fabric which indicated that it was...

Hand-knotted in wool, originating from Tibet, circa 1920-1930, this 2x4 antique Tibetan Tiger rug features all over geometric patterns in form of minimalistic animal prints inspired ...

This is a rare antique Tibetan rug in the shape of a tiger woven during the first quarter of the 20th century circa 1900 - 1920 and measures 227 x 173.

Tibetan tigers symbolizing unconditional confidence, disciplined awareness, kindness and modesty.

Antique leather trunk with three tiger skin pieces applied, Tibet, end of 19th century. M/1436.

Patterns are typically simple, either completely open fields with beautiful colour gradations or, more rarely, embellished with designs which are representative of the Tibetan iconog...

An antique Tibetan pictorial carpet of a tiger hide.

An unusual antique leather Tibetan trunk with tiger skin panel in front, original iron hardware throughout and beautiful wooden interior.

This rug has an interesting provenance, it is at least 100 years old and was purchased from a Tibetan school which had traded it with a family in exchange for tuition. Hand loomed i...

Tibetan  - 'Super Fine Collection' Rug 5'5" x 8' Material: 85% Wool - 15% Silk Introducing Via Como, the pinnacle of ultra high-end hand-knotted rugs. Renowned for their unrival...

Tibetan - 'Super Fine Collection' Rug 9' x 12' Material: 85% Wool - 15% Silk Introducing Via Como, the pinnacle of ultra high-end hand-knotted rugs. Renowned for their unrivaled ...

Tibetan  - 'Super Fine Collection' Rug 6' x 9' Material: 85% Wool - 15% Silk Introducing Via Como, the pinnacle of ultra high-end hand-knotted rugs. Renowned for their unrivaled...

Tibetan rug.

Tibetan rug.  

Tibetan rug.

This Italian teak dining table from the 1960s attributed to Ignazio Gardella is a significant example of the design of the era. The elliptical top is made of teak, characterized by w...

Inout 44 is a coffee table-pouf made of ceramic in black, anthracite grey or white decorated with black polka dots or black stripes, it is characterised by a champagne cork shape, es...

A rare and elegant Tibetan rug in the khaden format distinguished by a snow white background decorated by an infinite repeat of parallel and offset rows of black stepped diamonds, cr...

different compartments. Two desks.

This 19th-century walking stick from northern China is comprised of a length of thin bamboo that has been steamed and bent into a hook shape. The bamboo segments are painted in alter...

Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel Plated Steel by Poul Henningsen, 1920's Additional Information: Material: Copper, nickel plated steel Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare ceiling...

A large silver plate bowl designed by Ward Bennett.

Sensational design from the very puristic period of Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette. Literature: Waltraud Neuwirth, Wiener Werkstaette - Avantgarde Art Deco, Industrial Des...

Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...

An important piece of bamboo basketry art by Maeda Chikubosai I (1872-1950), circa 1920s-1930s. The body of the bamboo brazier was made with smoked bamboo (susudake) and rattan and w...

An iconic piece of Italian design, this Taccia table lamp by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos. It has been gently displayed only in a showroom window for a short period,...