Bell shrine - Bronze, A Japanese bronze bonshō temple bell - 1850-1900
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Selected by Giovanni Bottero
Holds a master’s in Japanese art history with over 10 years’ expertise in Asian art.
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Meiji-period Japanese bronze bonshō temple bell, circa 1850–1900, 56 cm high, 25 cm wide, 25 cm deep, weighing 21.2 kg, with aged patina and small signs of wear, and accompanied by the original certificate of authenticity.
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Description from the seller
A finely cast bronze temple bell modelled after the traditional Japanese bonshō, the large bells used in Buddhist temples.
The domed crown is surmounted by a finely sculpted ryūzu, formed by two confronted dragons, while the body is decorated with the characteristic raised bosses (nyū) arranged in regular panels above horizontal reinforcing bands. The rich, naturally aged patina enhances the surface.
---The bell is in good condition, patina with oxidations and stains. Please refer to the pictures for further details.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped accompanied by the original certificate of authenticity issued by Mastromauro Japanese art gallery based in Milan, Italy.
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Seller's Story
Mastromauro Arte Giapponese, based in Milan, specializes in Japanese art, with particular attention to the Edo (1603–1868) and Meiji (1868–1912) periods, while also maintaining an open perspective on more contemporary works.
Here on Catawiki, they offer a part of their collection in every weekly auction.
Translated by Google TranslateA finely cast bronze temple bell modelled after the traditional Japanese bonshō, the large bells used in Buddhist temples.
The domed crown is surmounted by a finely sculpted ryūzu, formed by two confronted dragons, while the body is decorated with the characteristic raised bosses (nyū) arranged in regular panels above horizontal reinforcing bands. The rich, naturally aged patina enhances the surface.
---The bell is in good condition, patina with oxidations and stains. Please refer to the pictures for further details.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped accompanied by the original certificate of authenticity issued by Mastromauro Japanese art gallery based in Milan, Italy.
784
Seller's Story
Mastromauro Arte Giapponese, based in Milan, specializes in Japanese art, with particular attention to the Edo (1603–1868) and Meiji (1868–1912) periods, while also maintaining an open perspective on more contemporary works.
Here on Catawiki, they offer a part of their collection in every weekly auction.
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Era
1400-1900
Weight
21.2 kg
Material
A Japanese bronze bonshō temple bell, Bronze
Country of origin
Japan
Height
56 cm
Dynastic style/period
Meiji period (late 19th century)
Width
25 cm
Depth
25 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1850-1900
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