Tibetan Silver Gau Amulet Box (Gavo)
A finely worked silver Tibetan gau (amulet box) used to carry protective relics, mantras and sacred images close to the body, decorated with repousse ornament in the Himalayan Buddhist tradition.
This silver gau is a portable reliquary, made to hold a consecrated image or written prayer and worn for protection. The repousse and chased decoration reflects the high regard in which such person...
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This silver gau is a portable reliquary, made to hold a consecrated image or written prayer and worn for protection. The repousse and chased decoration reflects the high regard in which such personal shrines were held.
The combination of devotional purpose and silversmith's craft makes the gau a perennial favourite among collectors of Tibetan art. A piece to wear, display or treasure.
