Vintage Japanese Orin Bell Brass Singing Bowl 2.75” Orin Bell Such imagery would have resonated

Such imagery would have resonated strongly with Edo-period sensibilities

25" × 4" × 1

Having been in storage this vase is in excellent condition

often featuring natural beauty

This name is also written on the kiri box and matches the red seal and signature

Vintage Japanese Orin Bell Brass Singing Bowl 2.75” Orin Bell Such imagery would have resonatedThis is a Japanese mid Showa Era (c. 1940) bronze Orin (singing bowl). This style of bowl is favored by Japanese Buddhist sects for is low mellow tone. Often used to begin and end meditation sessions or when praying at the family alter. This vase measures approximately 2. 75" in diameter and stands 1" tall. Weight = about 4oz. With exception to some signs of use with scratches and surface oxidation, this bronze Orin remains in good condition.