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Vintage Buddhist Traveling Alter Gau Ghau Portable Prayer Shrine Tibetan Deity
$ 30.62
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Description
The Tibetan Ghau, (prayer box) was used to carry sacred relics, magical charms and medicinal herbs, and acted as portable shrines used for protection when traveling. This Tibetan Gau Portable Shrine can be worn hanging from the neck or from a waist sash or belt.T
he small statue inside depicts a deity in namaskra mudra, with palms pressed together in celebration. This deity symbolizes the union of the spiritual and material realms.
These Tibetan Gau Portable Shrine are crafted by a small group of Tibetan Refuge artisans currently living Nepal.
Gau/Ghau Prayer Box
Deity
Tibetan
Buddhist
Ghau Box Dimensions: approx. 94mm x 75mm x 36mm
Total Gram Weight: approx. 123 grams
Approx. 36" Cloth Strap (detachable from cloth case)
Portable Travel Altar
*Because these are handmade there may be some slight variations. You will be getting one similar. We do our best to show everything in the pictures.
*We have been importing for 30 years directly. By taking out the middle men we are able to offer this item to you for a competitive price.