Tibetan Repousse Copper Gau Ghau Prayer Box

This is a fine example of a Tibetan portable Gau Shrine and is in the ogee arched box shape. It is quite uncommon to find examples that are decorated with such fine silverwork. It comprises a high grade silver front overlay decorated in repousse and exquisitely chased floral and leaf scrollwork that is typical of Eastern Tibet. It is quite uncommon to find examples that are decorated with such fine silverwork. The sides and backing plate are of copper and the backing plate has been gilded. Two pairs of applied copper lugs are to each side to hold a belt or strap that is fastened to a belt and worn when the owner travels.

• Material : Copper
• Height : 1.5 inches approx.
• Width : 3.25 inches approx.
• Length : 4.25 inches approx.
• As it Appears