ABS 330
Code: ABS 330
Country: Tibet
Style:
Date: 1100 - 1200
Dimensions in cm WxHxD: 11.5 x 17 x 4.6
Materials: Unknown
Ga'u, a reliquary with dakini Vajravarahi
This reliquary or amulet shrine, called ga'u, is worn on a shoulder strap and placed either under the arm or in front of the chest. This type of box usually contains the consecrated miniature representation of a deity or master. These are made of clay and are sometimes coloured. Often, they are visible through an opening on the front which is protected by a glass pane. The red, wildly dancing naked dakini Vajravarahi is recognisable by the sow’s head protruding from the right side of her face. Since the shrine serves both as a protection and a support of blessings, it may contain medicinal or consecrated substances. When it is not worn, the ga’u rests on the altar along with statues and other images.
This reliquary or amulet shrine, called ga'u, is worn on a shoulder strap and placed either under the arm or in front of the chest. This type of box usually contains the consecrated miniature representation of a deity or master. These are made of clay and are sometimes coloured. Often, they are visible through an opening on the front which is protected by a glass pane. The red, wildly dancing naked dakini Vajravarahi is recognisable by the sow’s head protruding from the right side of her face. Since the shrine serves both as a protection and a support of blessings, it may contain medicinal or consecrated substances. When it is not worn, the ga’u rests on the altar along with statues and other images.