Late 19th or early 20th century, a shaped metal portable shrine for traveling, interior with figure of the Buddha, the beautifully cast exterior with raised bead borders enclosing the Eight Buddhist Treasure motifs, fitted into a fabric carrying holder with metal buttons incised with lotus blossoms.

4 1/2 x 4 x 2 in.

Private Collection

Wear and rubbing to surface consistent with age; fabric holder has wear with some soil and dirt to surface.