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Chinese Dragon Bell

Chinese Ming Iron Bell with Dragon Handle, c. 1600
Chinese Ming Iron Bell with Dragon Handle, c. 1600

Chinese Ming Iron Bell with Dragon Handle, c. 1600

Located in Chicago, IL

This monumental Ming-dynasty bell once pealed in a Chinese village, sounding out in celebration or

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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Chinese Bronze Ritual Temple Bell
Chinese Bronze Ritual Temple Bell

Chinese Bronze Ritual Temple Bell

$1,800

H 9 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in

Chinese Bronze Ritual Temple Bell

By Zhang Huan

Located in Toledo, OH

Chinese bronze bell with dragon form relief handle and a body decorated with two dragons chasing a

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Mid-20th Century Tibetan Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Bronze

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19th Century Chinese Iron Buddha Dragon Temple Bell
19th Century Chinese Iron Buddha Dragon Temple Bell

19th Century Chinese Iron Buddha Dragon Temple Bell

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century Chinese iron temple bell with Buddha, dragons and Chinese writing. Measures: 10

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Chinese Antique Hanging Bell Made of Bronze with Dragon and Sanskrit Decoration
Chinese Antique Hanging Bell Made of Bronze with Dragon and Sanskrit Decoration

Chinese Antique Hanging Bell Made of Bronze with Dragon and Sanskrit Decoration

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

imitate. A beautifully decorated hanging bell made of bronze casting. Although it is small, it has a

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Sculptural Dragon Large Gong Bell
Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Sculptural Dragon Large Gong Bell

Mid-20th Century Chinese Bronze Sculptural Dragon Large Gong Bell

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

20th century antique bronze patina Chinese dragon gong bell with built in stand. Deeply embossed

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Architectural Models

Materials

Bronze

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$27,825

H 90.56 in W 31.5 in D 23.63 in

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Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor
Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor

Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor

$188,500

H 51.25 in W 25.75 in D 22.63 in

Edo Period Samurai Suit Of Armor

Located in New Orleans, LA

This exquisite Tetsusabiji Uchidashi Gomai Dou Gusoku (Five-Plate Russet Iron Embossed Cuirass Armor), crafted in the 18th century, exemplifies the pinnacle of Edo-period samurai arm...

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Antique 18th Century Asian Edo Arms, Armor and Weapons

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Copper, Iron

Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage
Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage

Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage

$425,000

H 168 in Dm 104 in

Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) octagonal shaped painted and decorated metal and wood bird cage with 8 upholstered seat and back cushions around base. (Franco Zefferelli Collection)

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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Bird Cages

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Mid-19th Century White Marble Statue "Le Triomphe D'Ariadne" from France
Mid-19th Century White Marble Statue "Le Triomphe D'Ariadne" from France

Mid-19th Century White Marble Statue "Le Triomphe D'Ariadne" from France

Located in Dallas, TX

Neoclassical carved white marble sculpture, "Le Triomphe D'Ariadne," signed J.B. Clesinger, Rome (Jean-Baptiste Auguste Clesinger, French, 1814-1883), dated 1866, showing Ariadne sea...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Statues

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19th Century Chinese Iron Bell
19th Century Chinese Iron Bell

19th Century Chinese Iron Bell

$780

H 16.75 in Dm 12 in

19th Century Chinese Iron Bell

Located in Chicago, IL

This rustic, 19th century iron bell once pealed in celebration or gave notice of important events in a town in northern China. The shoulder of the bell is adorned with subtle decorat...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Grand Chinese Qing Dynasty Village Bell, circa 1800
Grand Chinese Qing Dynasty Village Bell, circa 1800

Grand Chinese Qing Dynasty Village Bell, circa 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

This lovely Qing-dynasty bell once pealed in a Chinese village, sounding out in celebration or giving notice of important events. Expertly forged, the cast-iron bell is detailed with...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

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Chinese Dragon Bell For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Chinese dragon bell available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and ceramic, every Chinese dragon bell was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Chinese dragon bell — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. You’ll likely find more than one Chinese dragon bell that is appealing in its simplicity, but Tuck Chang & Co. and Susse Frères produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Chinese Dragon Bell?

Prices for a Chinese dragon bell can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $900 and can go as high as $220,800, while the average can fetch as much as $3,700.
Questions About Chinese Dragon Bell
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Chinese dragon, in Chinese culture, represents luck, strength, and health. Due to these associations, the dragon has become the symbol of imperial power and authority.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021
    A Chinese bell is called a "zhong" 钟
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese bronze bells are bells crafted from bronze that were used as instruments in China. Many were typically hung in a frame and used to create a melody by hitting them with a mallet. Some date back up to 3,600 years. They are also known as bianzhong. Shop a collection of Chinese bronze bells from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese vase with a dragon typically means good fortune and prosperity. Throughout East Asia, the dragon is a symbol of luck. In China, the mythical beast is a common motif used in the designs of pottery, furniture and art. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese vases.