{"product_id":"japanese-antique-bronze-half-bell-gong-temple-instrument-with-wooden-stand-striker-set-435821681","title":"Japanese Antique Bronze Half Bell Gong, Temple Instrument with Wooden stand ,Striker Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis smaller form of the Japanese buddhist bell is called a 半鐘half bell. This type of bell is even smaller than a half bell, but the sound is good.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the old days in Japan, they were mainly used for signaling in temples or tea ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe temple bell was not only rung to signal the time, but it is believed that those who listen to its sound have the merit of escaping from all suffering and attaining enlightenment. It also became a tool to announce the start of Buddhist services in the morning and evening, and with its solemn sound, it came to play an important role in connecting the temple with its neighbors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is said that the bell conveys the Buddhist view of impermanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile the bell itself is antique, the stand dates from a different period. The suspension\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003efitting at the top is designed to look as though two dragons are guarding the bell. The bell features a simple yet beautiful design, boasting a rich, deep hue developed over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe set includes the lacquered wooden stand and the striker; all components are in excellent condition and ready for immediate use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eSize:  Bell: H 9.1in × 4.7in（about H23cm×12cm ）\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeight :Bell:  59.7oz (1695g)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial : Bronze, wood, Lacquer, metal\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoxed :  No box, with wooden Stand and stick\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003econdition...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is in very good condition, but there are small scratches and dirt due to aging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wabisabi Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52920819155076,"sku":"24692","price":590.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/6593\/8820\/files\/9d515663-8188-4aad-8e8f-d1905a236217-copy.jpg?v=1790476465","url":"https:\/\/wabisabiantiques.com\/en-us\/products\/japanese-antique-bronze-half-bell-gong-temple-instrument-with-wooden-stand-striker-set-435821681","provider":"Wabisabi Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}