At a glance
- Late 19th century, Tibet / China · item no. WA231
- Solid pine, hand-embossed and hand-painted
- 43"W x 2.5"D x 76"H (without the top fragment)
- The 8" top fragment is removable
- Previously adapted as a headboard: footers cut at the back, support board added; all else original
- Use as wall art, headboard, room divider or door
How to use it
Decide the orientation before you fix anything. With the top fragment in place the panel reads as architecture; without it, it reads as a headboard. Both are correct, and the fragment lifts away without tools.
Mounted on a wall, give it a plain surface and side lighting. The embossing is deep enough that raking light does more for it than any spotlight aimed straight on.
Treat it as the antique it is: keep it out of direct sun and away from radiators and damp, and dust with a dry soft brush rather than a cloth, which can catch on the raised painted edges.
Piece details
|
Detail |
| Item no. |
WA231 |
| Year |
Late 19th century |
| Origin |
Tibet, China |
| Material |
Solid pine |
| Dimensions |
43"W x 2.5"D x 76"H (without top fragment) |
| Top fragment |
8" tall, removable |
| Condition |
Solid construction. Age-proper lines, dots, patina, faded paint and imperfections; wear consistent with age and use. |
✨ Temple Tip
Do not restore the paint. The muting is the hundred and thirty years, and it is the only part of this panel that cannot be reproduced — a fresh coat of red would cost you the single thing that makes it worth having.
Frequently asked questions
How old is the panel?
It dates to the late 19th century and originates from Tibet, China. It is cataloged as item no. WA231.
What condition is it in?
Solid construction with age-proper lines, dots, patina, faded painting and imperfections. Wear and tear is consistent with age and use — this is an authentic antique, not a reproduction.
What are the dimensions?
43 inches wide, 2.5 inches deep and 76 inches tall without the top fragment. The removable top fragment adds a further 8 inches.
Can it be used as a headboard?
Yes. A previous owner used it as a headboard by cutting the footers at the back and adding a piece of wood for support. Everything else remains in original condition.
What is it made of?
Solid pine, hand-embossed and hand-painted in red, green and yellow, now subtly muted by age.
How quickly does it ship?
Ships within 3 business days.
To go further
Some objects arrive already carrying more history than you will add to them. #TempleOfDesire
