Samantabhadra Bodhisattva Mini Thangka Pendant – Hand-Painted Round Gawu Box (24 mm) S925 Sterling Silver Gawu | Portable Buddhist Art | Guardian for Dragon, Snake & Capricorn

Product Overview

This Samantabhadra Bodhisattva Mini Thangka Pendant is a finely hand-painted Tibetan miniature thangka, set within a round S925 sterling silver Gawu (gau) box. With its compact 24 mm diameter, this piece is designed as a portable sacred artwork, suitable for daily wear, travel, or placement in a small personal altar.

Samantabhadra Bodhisattva is one of the Four Great Bodhisattvas in Mahayana Buddhism and represents the practice of great vows—the embodiment of compassion and wisdom expressed through consistent, ethical action. This pendant emphasizes cultural depth and craftsmanship rather than decoration alone, making it a meaningful object for long-term appreciation.

The Deity: Samantabhadra Bodhisattva 

Samantabhadra Bodhisattva symbolizes steadfast commitment, moral discipline, and the realization of wisdom through action. Traditionally depicted riding a six-tusked white elephant, he represents the strength to carry enlightened vows into everyday life.

In Buddhist tradition, Samantabhadra:

• Is a key figure of the Huayan (Avatamsaka) tradition

• Forms the Huayan Three Saints with Shakyamuni Buddha and Manjushri Bodhisattva

• Is associated with the Ten Great Vows, a foundational path of Mahayana practice

He is also widely regarded as a guardian bodhisattva for:

• Chinese Zodiac: Dragon & Snake

• Western Zodiac: Capricorn

Artistic Craft & Materials

• Artwork: Purely hand-painted miniature thangka

• Painting Technique: Traditional Tibetan thangka methods

• Case Material: S925 sterling silver Gawu (gau) box

• Front: Samantabhadra Bodhisattva in classical iconographic form

• Back: Sacred symbolic relief design, emphasizing protection and completeness

• Finish: Polished silver with gold-tone accents and fine detailing

Each pendant is individually hand-painted and assembled, ensuring subtle variations that reflect authentic handcraftsmanship.

Size & Format

• Pendant Size: 24 mm (round)

• Format: Mini Thangka / Deity Pendant

• Type: Portable sacred art for wearing or carrying

Its compact size makes it ideal for daily wear, meditation practice, or as a meaningful travel companion.

Meaning & Cultural Significance

This Samantabhadra Bodhisattva pendant is especially suited for those who:

• Value ethical living and disciplined practice

• Seek harmony between intention and action

• Appreciate authentic Himalayan Buddhist art in a refined, wearable form

Rather than promising specific outcomes, this piece serves as a symbolic reminder of responsibility, perseverance, and mindful conduct, aligned with the core teachings of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva.

What You Will Receive

• 1 × Hand-painted Samantabhadra Bodhisattva Mini Thangka Pendant

• 1 × S925 sterling silver Tibetan Gawu box

• Secure protective packaging suitable for storage or gifting

Cultural & Usage Note

This item is a traditional Buddhist art object, valued for its craftsmanship, cultural heritage, and symbolic meaning. It is intended for personal appreciation, meditation, and collection, and should not be understood as a guarantee of spiritual or material results.