Handcrafted Brass Gau Box Tibetan Buddhist Shrine Vessel

This Gau Box, handcrafted at the Norbulingka Institute, combines wood and brass in a compact amulet holder that honors Tibetan Buddhist tradition. The box stands at seven inches tall with a footprint of 5.5 by 4.2 inches, scaled for intimate tabletop display or altar placement. Its mixed materials create visual warmth while the brass detailing catches light, drawing the eye to the craftsmanship.

Each piece is assembled by skilled artisans working to preserve traditional techniques at the Norbulingka Institute in Dharamshala. The Gau Box functions as a personal reliquary, sized to hold sacred items, prayers, or meaningful objects close. Its modest weight of 0.6 kilograms makes it easily portable for those who keep their practice with them.

• Material: Wood and Brass
• Dimensions: 7 inch H x 5.5 inch W x 4.2 inch D
• Weight: 0.6 kg
• Craft: Handcrafted at the Norbulingka Institute
• Occasion: Meditation practice, altar decoration, spiritual keepsake

This Gau Box suits practitioners seeking an authentic, handmade vessel for personal devotion or those drawn to Himalayan artistry and cultural heritage.