Miniature travelling Shrine (gau)

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: bronze; gold; fabric

DimensionsOverall: 4.8 x 4.2 x 2.1 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineGift of the Estate of Elizabeth Stewart

Object number2009.029.038 a,b

DescriptionMiniature shrine is rectangular with a curved top. Front of the shrine opens to reveal a small seated figure painted gold. Inside of the shrine is covered in cream coloured silk(?) fabric. There is a three part metal hinge (three loops) on one side of the opening and an identical catch on the opposite side. There is a singular metal loop at the top of the shrine.

Status

Not on view