Bell

A865

From: China

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Native Name Fung-To
Object Number A865
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Chinese
Provenience China
Section Asian
Materials Bronze
Description

Fung-to. Ancient wind bell for the corner of temple. Bronze, slightly conical, four points at rim, four rectangular holes near the top of the bell. Raised lines also down length from holes to points. Raised double lines around top, rim and the center. Hour glass shaped metal piece with rope attached to top projection. Large clapper, triangular in shape with fluted bottom, flat with slightly raised edges. Clapper attached by rim and long metal hook. Good condition.

Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Sarah (William D.) Frishmuth, 1900
Other Number I-659 - Seder Number

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