Japanese Antique Cast Bronze Temple Bell With "Bird and Moon" Motif Triple Signd

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About the Item

An unusual find from Japan. A first for this type of bronze bell- it features an unusual bird and moon motif cast into its side. Plus it is triple signed. Dating to the late Edo or early Meiji period, it posses three (3) full inscriptions. It is cast in solid bronze in a hard to find medium scale. This temple bell Bonsho was sourced from an old Northern Japanese collection late last year. Early temple inscriptions like these are uncommon and often elaborate the donor family name and temple name. This bell possesses a fine original dark patina. Dimensions: Bell is 13 inches tall and 8 inches wide We will include a complimentary striker as well (photo) Quality: Fine dark patina, old and original surface casting marks are visible which is not unusual for these instruments This bell is a hard to find in this size; most found today are larger and heavier in scale. The Bird and Moon motif and double inscriptions make this one quite a find. History of Japan's temple bells: 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. The Genroku period in Japanese history, is an era from 1688-1704, and characterized by a rapidly expanding commercial economy and the development of a vibrant urban culture centred in the cities of Kyoto, Osaka, and Edo (Tokyo). Lifetime guarantee of authenticity: All of our Asian works of art come with our lifetime authenticity guarantee. Our gallery based in Shelburne, Vermont USA has been dealing in authentic Japanese , Chinese, and fine Asian art, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for 25 years. The president personally travels to China, Japan and Europe each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique work of art to ensure its old age, authenticity and quality condition. We are members of the North American Japanese Garden Association (NAJGA) specializing for ten years now in old and authentic Japanese stone garden ornaments.

Dimensions:
Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Diameter: 8 in (20.32 cm)Length: 13 in (33.02 cm)
Style:
Meiji (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze,Cast
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
Condition:
Seller Location:
South Burlington, VT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU128929492471

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