Miniature Travelling Shrine (Gau)
Datec.1900
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: copper
DimensionsOverall (width includes the two rings): 8.8 x 9.4 x 1.4 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGiven in Memory of Our Good Friend, Ann Ainsworth by Geoff and Val Stewart
Object number2009.030.002
DescriptionRectangular shrine has a raised relief (repousse) image on the front of a figure with four arms on a horse, carrying an excorcism dagger in one hand and surrounded with flames. There is a four pronged motif with Tibetan characters on back and two metal rings protrude on either side. Possible devotional materials are enclosed inside the shrine.Status
Not on view
1903
Gabriel Audran