BIG! Japanese antique Buddhist temple bell Bronze large gong, big hanging bell, buddhist alter 梵鐘BON SHOU made in 1802 H20.5in/H52cm

This is a bell used in temples, called 梵鐘Bon Shou. 梵Brahma means universe, nature, or Buddha.
This piece is very large in size and has a cool look due to its age. The sound is even more wonderful because it is thicker. The bells were used in Japanese temples because they were used as time signals. Another reason is to bring the sound of the bell, or the voice of Buddha, to more people.
The voice of Buddha is a wish that all people will be happy. This bell was used to deliver such wishes.

The top of the bell features the "Ryuzu" , or "dragon head," which is the part used for hanging the bell. The Ryuzu is composed of two dragon heads, whose lips rest against the upper surface of the bell body.
The tack-like protrusions on the upper body are called "Chi". While the number of Chi typically varies from 36 to 144, this particular bell has 64 Chi, arranged in four blocks of 16. The striking spot, known as the "Enza" or "circular seat," is decorated with a lotus flower design.

An inscription on the bell states that it was crafted in 1802 for a temple on the Noto Peninsula to commemorate the passing of the head priest at that time. The names of the two craftsmen who made the bell are also engraved.

Over more than 200 years, verdigris has spread across the entire surface, giving it the atmosphere of an abstract painting.

The bell is quite old and has some rust, but it is in good condition with no cracks.

□ Size:  H 20.5in × 11.8in (about H52cm×30cm ）
□ Weight : 53.8lb (24.4kg)
□ Material : bronze

condition...
It is in good condition, but there are rust scratches and dirt due to aging.  It is in good condition for use.