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Matsumoto ishô'dansu 衣装箪笥 (skap med skuffer) - Jern, Hinoki sypresstre, Sugi (ceder) tre - Japan - Meiji-periode (1868 – 1912)
Nr. 84381095
Nr. 84381095
Very large, and heavy traditional bronze temple bell 梵鐘 (bonshô), boasting a rich dark patina and a resonant sound.
The top handle, 竜頭 (ryûzu), is beautifully sculpted into the form of twin dragon heads. The bell’s upper section features prominently displayed bosses 乳 (chi) in four rows of four, each set within embossed cartouches, and includes at the lower edge a flower-shaped striking panel 撞座 (tsuki’za).
Dimensions:
Height 55 cm, Diameter 28.2 cm.
Weight 20.4 kg.
In a very good original condition with minimal traces of wear conform age. Please look at the photos for a condition reference.
Bonshô are integral to Japanese Buddhist temples, used for calling monks to prayer and marking time. Known also as tsurigane 釣り鐘 or ōgane 大鐘, these bells are a storied element of Buddhist practice in Japan.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.
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