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  • Japanese Large 1842 Bronze Temple Bell Resonating Sound Guaranteed to Please You
    Located in South Burlington, VT
    Japan, a rare dated large bronze hand hammered temple bell rin, Edo period , incised and dated Tenpo era 13th (1842) around rim. When struck emits a pleasing bold reverberating sound guaranteed to please you. Bell is in very good condition... Includes red lacquered display base as shown and a complimentary striker This hand-hammered and wrought bronze percussion instrument created by specialized Samurai craftsmen with dimpled construction and incised signature of maker along rim sets atop a round red lacquered footed wood display base with wooden striker and when struck creates a serene reverberating sound. Perfect for meditation gardens or interior spaces. Total Height of bronze bell with red lacquered stand...
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    Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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  • Japanese Large Old Signed Bronze Temple Bell with Bold Sound, 19 Inches
    Located in South Burlington, VT
    For your special garden setting or indoor display space. Large Hand Cast Original Green Patina Bronze Bell With Makers Signature emblazoned on its side. Bold pleasing sound Beautiful deep resonating ring tones await the new owner of this large one-of-a-kind antique bronze bell from old Japan. Its beautiful light green 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 antique hand cast bronze temple bell dates to the middle Showa period, mid last century. Signed with the makers name please see photographs. A rare survivor, this rugged bell was gently used. Please note its impressive cast dragon headed top ryuzu, thick walls and original blue gray toned patina. Dimensions: 19 inches tall and 11 inches diameter. It has been used and possesses an original light green aged patina appropriate to its age-just the way we like to find them. Its deep resonating sound is guaranteed to please you. In addition. It’s bold sound of brings to the Japanese people - the “voice of Buddha” is even more impressive because of its thick walls (see photo). This bell sound and voice of Buddha was used to deliver wishes to the temples patrons and followers. We will also include a complimentary hand striker. 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...
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    Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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  • Japanese Fine Pair Older Dragon Bells Resonate Beautiful Serene Sounds
    Located in South Burlington, VT
    Beautiful Complimentary Sound Matching Pair Bronze Dragon Bells Here's a beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space with these treasures from Japan! It...
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    20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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  • Japanese Big Antique Bronze Temple Bell with Resonating Sound, Signed 21 Inches
    Located in South Burlington, VT
    For your special garden setting or indoor display space. Big Hand Cast Bronze Bell Bold pleasing, and resonating sound. 21 Inches Tall. Dated Taisho 15= 1926 , December 12 Signed for patron donors at Imari Ikishima Donors include: Fukui Sano and Fukui shie, Tomiyama kazuki,and Nichimao . Handsome original old green patina- just the way we like to find them. Signed by patron donors in two areas. Beautiful deep resonating ring tones await the new owner of this big one-of-a-kind vintage bronze bell from old Japan. Its beautiful natural 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 antique hand cast bronze temple bell dates to the Taisho period, early 20th century. A scarce survivor, this rugged bell was gently used. Please note its impressive cast dragon headed top ryuzu, thick walls and original dark patina. Dimensions: 21 inches tall and 11 inches diameter. It has been used and possesses an original green aged patina appropriate to its age. Its deep resonating sound is guaranteed to please you. About Bonsho Bells "Voice of Buddha" The earliest bells date to around 600 AD, although the general design is of much earlier Chinese origin and shares some of the features seen in ancient Chinese bells. Their penetrating and pervasive tone carries over considerable distances. The sound of the bell is thought to have supernatural properties. It is believed, for example, that it can be heard in the underworld. In Japanese ceremonies, hanging bells are used for signaling during the prayer and for calling Buddhists to worship. In China, similar bells were employed in ensembles, where they represented the yin, or "receptive" principle, and were sounded after the beat of a large drum (yang, or "creative" element). The Japanese bonsho...
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    Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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    Bronze

  • Japanese Rare Large Antique Bronze Temple "Futuku" Bell Complete Original Chime
    Located in South Burlington, VT
    Rare large Japanese bronze temple "Futaku" bell with original and complete hanging bronze cloud clapper , from Kyoto Temple. One of only two we have seen This bell is a rare treasu...
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  • Antique Huge Bronze Bell Resonates Pleasing Sound
    Located in South Burlington, VT
    Only One. For Your Garden setting or Indoors Beautiful deep resonating ring tones await the new owner of this one-of-a-kind master bronze work. This superb antique hand cast bronz...
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    Early 20th Century Indonesian Sculptures and Carvings

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