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Late 19th Century Imperial Guardian: Antique Tibetan Dragon Tea Cozy Masterpiece

$2,500

£1,888.87

€2,187.99

CA$3,522.04

A$3,930.97

CHF 2,059.15

MX$47,932.07

NOK 26,042.17

SEK 24,421.54

DKK 16,331.10

About the Item

77426 Rare Antique Tibetan Imperial Dragon Textile. A rare and awe-inspiring Nepalese treasure, this late 19th century hand-knotted Tibetan tea cozy is a museum-worthy relic that transcends its functional origins. Woven with soul-stirring craftsmanship in the heart of the Himalayas, this one-of-a-kind antique piece was not merely made to preserve the warmth of tea—it was created to honor centuries of symbolism, cultural reverence, and artisanal devotion. The exclusive composition features a dynamic rendering of the imperial dragon, known in Mandarin as Kuilong—a mythical being representing unyielding power, spiritual authority, and cosmic balance. In Tibetan and Chinese culture, the dragon is far more than a fantastical beast—it is the divine orchestrator of thunder and rain, a guardian of the elements, and a sacred symbol of the emperor himself. Rendered in bold, saturated colors that remain remarkably vibrant despite the passage of time, the dragons on this cherished textile curl and ascend with hypnotic grace, their sinewy bodies animated with waves of energy. Each precious knot holds a story, and every coil and claw is charged with centuries of cultural meaning. To encounter a Tibetan tea cozy of this age, condition, and caliber—still adorned with such commanding iconography—is an extraordinary privilege. It is a piece that blurs the lines between domestic utility and spiritual talisman, existing both as a practical object and a conduit of mythic storytelling. This piece is not merely rare—it is sacred in its scarcity. Few antique Tibetan tea cozies remain, and fewer still that feature such refined, expressive pictorial weaving. Its hand-knotted wool carries the tactile memory of its maker, likely a Tibetan artisan who worked not in haste, but with reverence and skill, perhaps under commission for monastic or aristocratic use. In today’s world of mass production and digital detachment, such textiles remind us of a time when everyday objects were infused with symbolism, status, and soul. This is a relic of prestige—once handled by nobility, now offered to the discerning collector with an eye for the exceptional. To own this exquisite work of art is to claim a piece of cultural heritage and historical identity. It offers more than beauty—it offers legacy. Displayed as a collector’s centerpiece, encased in a glass vitrine, or held in an elite textile archive, it becomes an ambassador of Tibetan mythos and handwoven mastery. This is a connoisseur’s object—an heirloom of spiritual dignity and timeless luxury, inviting those with elevated taste to participate in the preservation of art, story, and social good. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear. Hand knotted wool with canvas lining. Made in Nepal. Measures: 01'01 x 00'10. Date: 1890's. Late 19th Century.

Dimensions:

Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Length: 10 in (25.4 cm)

Style:

Tibetan (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Wool,Hand-Knotted

Place of Origin:

Nepal

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1890-1899

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.

Seller Location:

Dallas, TX

Reference Number:

Seller: 77426 Antique Tibetan Wool Tea Cozy 01'01 x 00'101stDibs: LU942919533612

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