Ghau | Gau Amulet

Reference: TB-1967
Origin: Tibet
Age (est): 16^th ~ 18^th Century
Medium: bronze
Dimensions:

• Length: 1 1/2” (3.8cm)
• Height: 2 1/8” (5.4cm)
• Thickness: 3/8” (1.0cm)

Weight: 45g
Condition: Good

Notes: A beautiful gau decorated with delicate trappings.

Gau are considered miniature shrines and to Tibetans, they are most important in terms of decoration and meaning. The shrine, typically, takes the form of a tiny box in which sutras, sariras (ashes of a guru or accomplished lama), or fragments of ambrosia and/or ritualistic robes can be placed within it.