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Rare bronze temple Bell . Siam kingdom 18-19th century KK83

$ 501.6

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Primary Material: Bronze
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Age: 1800-1849
  • Region of Origin: Southeast Asia
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer

    Description

    Rare Buddhist Temple bell , decorated with unique patters and suspension hooks made in the shape of the mythical serpents, Nagas. Bell was used in the temple to pronounce time for prayers or ceremonies.
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    Age: 18-19 th century.
    Size: Height 37 cm(14.5inch), diameter 20 cm (7.6inch) ,weight 4.2kg.(9.3lb)
    Part of the private Japanese collection, assembled in 1970-90
    Material: Bronze with  naturally developed , olive green,  patination.
    Good condition ,  some  abrasions as you see in the photos due of the age . Upper casting hole was sealed with metal , perhaps to create a better sound.
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