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Portable Shrine (Gau) with Wish-Fulfilling Jewel

A work made of gilt copper inlaid with turquoise and coral.

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  • A work made of gilt copper inlaid with turquoise and coral.

Date:

Late 18th century

Artist:

Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

About this artwork

Status

On View, Gallery 140

Department

Arts of Asia

Title

Portable Shrine (Gau) with Wish-Fulfilling Jewel

Medium

Gilt copper inlaid with turquoise and coral

Dimensions

11.6 × 10.6 × 5.1 cm (4 9/16 × 4 3/16 × 2 in.)

Credit Line

Promised gift of Barbara and David Kipper

Reference Number

Obj: 226291

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