Vintage Japanese Orin Bell Brass Singing Bowl 2.75” Orin Bell framed by layered bamboo leaves—a

framed by layered bamboo leaves—a symbol of resilience

Such imagery would have resonated strongly with Edo-period sensibilities

woven kiku chrysanthemum suso-moyō on deep burgundy ground

Beautiful deeply carved relief of bamboo and a flower

Vintage Japanese Orin Bell Brass Singing Bowl 2.75” Orin Bell framed by layered bamboo leaves—aThis 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.