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The bell has a deep resonant sound when struck. Note the traditional dragon heads handle at the top. These were used to call monks to prayer, to mark time and as general alarms. They were meant to be struck externally so have no interior clapper. A wooden mallet is included.
| Dimensions | Bell is 20 x 11 inches, with a new 36 inch chain |
|---|---|
| Condition | some oxidation from exposure to the elements for many years |
| Japanese Title | Bonshou 梵鐘 |
| Medium | cast bronze |
| Year | dated Show 18, or 1943 |
photo by Svein Olslund
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