Buddhistic objects - silver-plated copper - 1970-1980 - Gau
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Description from the seller
A Gau (also Gau box or amulet box) is a traditional Tibetan devotional object.
What is it? A portable relic holder or amulet box, typically made of silver, copper, or gold, often decorated with turquoise, coral, and other gemstones.
Inside there is a small sacred object: a miniature statue (usually of the Buddha or a protective deity), a mantra scroll, or a consecrated image.
Function
Protection of the wearer from negative energies and misfortune
Portable altar for on the go — nomads and travelers have always carried it with them
Connection with the protective deity or lama whose blessing is stored within
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
Translated by Google TranslateA Gau (also Gau box or amulet box) is a traditional Tibetan devotional object.
What is it? A portable relic holder or amulet box, typically made of silver, copper, or gold, often decorated with turquoise, coral, and other gemstones.
Inside there is a small sacred object: a miniature statue (usually of the Buddha or a protective deity), a mantra scroll, or a consecrated image.
Function
Protection of the wearer from negative energies and misfortune
Portable altar for on the go — nomads and travelers have always carried it with them
Connection with the protective deity or lama whose blessing is stored within
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Gau
Number of objects
1
Material
silver-plated copper
Country of origin
Asia
Height
13 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
5 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1970-1980
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