Name of Instrument: bell

Maker / Brand:

Stearns Catalog #: 0135

Country of Origin: Burma

Region of Origin: Southeast Asia

Instrument Category: Idiophone

Date of Fabrication:

Location: IDI C 2

Description: Standing 21.8 cm high, this brass alloy Bell with flared base features bands of engraved rings on the bell's exterior. The crown of the bell is surrounded by bas relief petals of elliptical shape. The top of the bell takes the form of an arch comprised of two sculpted lions standing back-to-back (approximately 6.5 cm high). An interlocking handle that is attached with a metal peg is threaded through this arch and consists of two dragons joined at their tails.

Research: Stearns Staff