An antique Japanese bronze Buddhist temple bell called Bonsho with a carrying handle depicting diverging dragon heads called Ryuzu. The upper protrusions called Chi or Nyu improves the resonance of the sound when struck. Two opposing striking panels called Tsuki-za is the point on the bell where the best and longest sound is achieved. A bell of this size was hung in a neighborhood temple to summon the monks to prayer.
Age: Edo Era (1800-1850)
Dimensions: 9.5" Diameter by 17.5" High
Japanese Antique Bonsho Temple Bell Buddhist
$2,200.00
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