Water Moon Guanyin 18K Gold Dual-Sided Hand-Painted Gau Pendant Rebgong Tibetan Thangka · Compassion & Wisdom · 32 mm

Product Overview

This circular Water Moon Guanyin Gau pendant is an authentic work of Rebgong (Regong) Tibetan thangka art, entirely hand-painted with 18K gold on both sides using traditional full-detail craftsmanship.

The front depicts Water Moon Guanyin, a contemplative form of Avalokiteshvara symbolizing boundless compassion and the insight that all phenomena are like reflections on water—present yet without fixed substance.
The back features the Pure Vase (净瓶), a sacred symbol associated with Guanyin, representing the inexhaustible source of wisdom, compassion, and purification.

Encased in a traditional Tibetan Gau (Ghau) box and protected by a sapphire crystal mirror, this pendant is designed for those who appreciate Himalayan sacred art rooted in contemplation, balance, and cultural depth.

The Deity: Water Moon Guanyin

Water Moon Guanyin is a poetic and contemplative manifestation of Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin), often associated with the verse:

“All phenomena have no fixed form;
Like the moon reflected upon water.”

This imagery expresses a central Buddhist insight:
reality is experienced, yet ultimately empty of permanent essence.

Water Moon Guanyin embodies:

• Compassion grounded in deep understanding

• Calm observation rather than forceful intervention

• The ability to remain present amid impermanence and change

This form is traditionally favored by those drawn to quiet reflection, inner balance, and gentle resilience.

Symbolism of the Pure Vase

The Pure Vase depicted on the reverse side is one of Guanyin’s most important ritual symbols.

In Buddhist tradition, the vase represents:

• An inexhaustible source of wisdom and compassion

• The ability to soothe suffering and purify afflictions

• The nourishment of clarity, patience, and ethical conduct

The contents of the vase are often described symbolically as nectar—not as a physical substance, but as a metaphor for clarifying awareness and compassionate action.

Combined Meaning: Compassion & Wisdom in Harmony

When Water Moon Guanyin and the Pure Vase are depicted together, they form a complete contemplative symbolism:

• Water Moon Guanyin reflects insight into impermanence and non-attachment

• The Pure Vase represents compassionate response and inner purification

Together, they embody a balanced path of:

• Gentle compassion without attachment

• Wisdom without cold detachment

• Calm presence amid uncertainty

This dual-sided composition emphasizes inner clarity, emotional balance, and mindful compassion, rather than external intervention or promised outcomes.

Artistic Origin: Rebgong Full-Detail Hand Painting

This pendant is created in the Rebgong (Amdo) tradition, renowned for:

• Refined line work and harmonious composition

• Full-coverage, detailed painting (“满工”)

• Strict adherence to traditional iconographic proportions

• A restrained, contemplative aesthetic well-suited to Guanyin imagery

Every element is entirely hand-painted with 18K gold—there is no printing, no mechanical reproduction, and no shortcuts.

Materials & Craftsmanship

• Painting: 18K gold, dual-sided, entirely hand-painted

• Front: Water Moon Guanyin iconography

• Back: Pure Vase (净瓶) symbolism

• Frame: Traditional Tibetan Gau (Ghau) box

• Cover: Sapphire crystal mirror (high-definition, scratch-resistant)

• Technique: Rebgong full-detail hand painting

Size & Format

• Format: Circular Gau pendant

• Diameter: 32 mm

• Painting size: Circular hand-painted composition within the Gau housing

• Structure: Solid metal casing with sapphire crystal protection

This size is suitable for daily wear, meditation settings, or personal altar placement.

Usage & Appreciation

This Water Moon Guanyin Gau pendant is suitable for:

• Individuals drawn to contemplative Buddhist symbolism

• Collectors of Himalayan religious art

• Personal reflection, meditation, or quiet devotional settings

• A meaningful gift emphasizing peace, compassion, and clarity

It is intended for respectful appreciation and inner reflection, not as a guarantee of specific results.

What You Will Receive

• One Water Moon Guanyin dual-sided 18K gold hand-painted Gau pendant

• Sapphire crystal protective cover

• Secure packaging suitable for preservation or gifting

Cultural Note

This artwork is a religious and cultural object, created according to traditional Buddhist artistic principles.
Symbolic interpretations may vary across regions and lineages, and the piece should be approached with cultural respect and awareness.