Fabulous And Unusual 18th Century Singing Bowl – Perfect Pitch C4

Unusual Antique Singing Bowl.   C4 (262Hz) Root Chakra

Weight 3 lb 11 ¼ oz. (1.69 kilos).   Size 23 x 11 cm (approx. 9 x 4¼ inches)

This magnificent and unusual singing bowl dates from the 18^th century, possibly earlier.  Its physical beauty is matched by a glorious middle C (258Hz) when struck with a padded mallet, and a perfect pitch middle C (262Hz) when played around the rim with a suede ringer.   A Tibetan silk brocade bowl cushion, a padded striker and a ringer are all included in the price.

This beautifully crafted bowl is unusually heavy for its size.  It has a gracefully curved wall and a thick-flanged lip that is grooved along its outer edge, a feature seldom seen.  There are two decorative incised lines below the outer rim, and a matching pair inside.  A single large circle defines the limits of its flat bottom, and inside there are two sets of concentric circles some distance apart.

This is a very old bowl and evidence of its long life is apparent here and there, including some oxidization and surface pitting at its centre.  However, this remains a structurally sound bowl of great beauty.  It has a highly unusual shape, a wonderful voice, and the look and feel of great antiquity.

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Listen: (3 struck notes and 1 played note)