{"product_id":"an-antique-circular-silver-tibetan-ghau-copy","title":"Antique Tibetan Silver Ghau (Portable Shrine) with Intricate Repoussé Decoration","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA finely crafted antique Tibetan silver \u003cem\u003eghau\u003c\/em\u003e, or portable carrying shrine, featuring exceptional repoussé workmanship and a beautifully balanced circular design. Traditionally worn or carried by Tibetan travelers, pilgrims, and practitioners, ghaus served as portable shrines that housed sacred images, prayers, relics, or protective amulets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis impressive example is executed entirely in silver and displays intricate repoussé floral and scrolling motifs arranged in concentric bands around a central circular opening. The detailed metalwork demonstrates the skill of the artisan, with richly textured decoration creating depth and visual interest across the entire surface. The symmetrical design and refined craftsmanship make this a strong example of traditional Tibetan religious and decorative arts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shrine is missing its original back cover, exposing the interior compartment that would once have held devotional contents. Despite this loss, the piece remains an attractive and highly collectible example of Himalayan craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tibet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Portable shrine (\u003cem\u003eghau\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repoussé and hand-worked silver decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66.5 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-1\/2 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique condition with age-related wear and patina consistent with age and use. Back cover is missing. Please review photographs carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGhaus played an important role in Tibetan Buddhist life and were carried as personal shrines containing sacred images, prayers, relics, or protective charms. These portable shrines were believed to provide blessings and protection during travel and daily activities. Today, antique examples are sought after for their spiritual significance, craftsmanship, and cultural heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"tibetankeepsakes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493267181611,"sku":null,"price":650.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/3948\/9323\/files\/E7EE8F86-140B-4562-BF18-F42E4AE8A67E.jpg?v=1790296634","url":"https:\/\/tibetankeepsakes.com\/products\/an-antique-circular-silver-tibetan-ghau-copy","provider":"Tibetan Keepsakes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}