Wing-shaped amulet box densely set with turquoise and coral-coloured stones and applied figures

Masterpieces & Curiosities · Ref. 06-119

Ghau with Vajradhara and Manjushri

CHF 2'900

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A ghau is a Tibetan amulet box or portable shrine. The caption describes this example as a superior ghau with Vajrahara (presumably Vajradhara, the primordial Buddha) and Manjushri, bodhisattva of wisdom. The photo shows a wing-shaped case densely set with turquoise and coral-coloured stones, with applied figures, and a small pendant at the bottom. It measures 16 cm.

Ref.
06-119
Dimensions
16 cm
Region
Himalayan region
Price
CHF 2'900

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