Japanese Huge Old Bronze Fire Bell Rare Signatures Fire Fighters, Bold Sound

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For your special garden setting or indoor display space Rare Fire Bell With Fire Fighter Signatures Inscription Signed by Fire Fighters from Noborito Group: Signed by four (4) Japanese fire fighters (kei bo yakuin) as part of the noborito fire fighter group, and board members : Taguchi Masanosake, Hamano Yukimojo, Hamano Shigesuke, Shimizu Koku (engraver of inscription), 1951 January , Minami Saitama, Gamou village, noborito fire fighter group. Beautiful deep resonating ring tones await the new owner of this big one-of-a-kind vintage bronze fire bell from old Japan. Its beautiful natural dark patina makes it an attractive and desirable work of art. This distinctive dragon headed bell called ryuzu and remarkable protrusions called chi chi or nyu are crafted by generations old skilled Japanese specialists to improve sound resonance and are unique to Japan's ancient traditions. This vintage hand cast bronze fire bell "Hansho" dates: 1951 January Middle Showa period. A rare survivor, this rugged bell with a big sound was used as a fire bell in old Japan. Please note its impressive cast dragon headed top ryuzu, thick walls and original blue toned patina . Dimensions: 23.5 inches tall and 13.67 inches diameter. And weighs approximately 55 pounds. It has been used and possesses an original aged patina appropriate to its age and just the way we like to find them. Its deep resonating sound is guaranteed to please you. We will also include a complimentary hand striker photographed. Unique. Great garden consideration. Only One. Lifetime guarantee of authenticity. History of Japan's temple bells, bonsho : Rather than containing a clapper, bonsho is struck from the outside, using either a handheld mallet or a beam suspended on ropes. Antique Japanese bronze temple bells have a handle of dragon heads called ryuzu, protrusions called chi chi or nyu and to improve resonance of sound, protruding, tsuki-za, striking panels and in some instances possess a mei-bun inscription of the bell's history. Bonsho or Buddhist bells known as tsurigane (hanging bells) or great bells are large bells found in Buddhist temples throughout Japan, used to summon the monks to prayer.

Dimensions:
Height: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Diameter: 13.67 in (34.73 cm)
Style:
Showa (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze,Cast,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1951
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
South Burlington, VT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1289226135372

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