Large Golden Antique Thadobati Singing & Fountain Bowl – E3 (163Hz)

Thadobati Singing & Fountain Bowl – E3 (163Hz) Third Eye Chakra

Weight 1.42 kilos (3 lb 2 oz).   Size 8¾ x 4¼ inches (22 x 10.5 cm)

This is an unusually large antique Thadobati Singing and Fountain bowl with a good third octave E fundamental with a frequency of 163Hz.   This is a versatile multi-harmonic bowl with rim notes that range from a middle Bb (475Hz) to a fifth octave A (905Hz) depending on the ringer used and the method of play.  This bowl is also capable of producing excellent splashy fountains if struck or played with a little water inside.

This singing bowl dates from the 19th century and it exhibits many of the characteristics associated with early Thadobati bowls of this type, including a flat bottom, and a curved high-sided wall decorated with two bands of tiny cuts below the outer rim.  There are also some concentric circles at its centre.

This is a particularly attractive bowl with lots of surface interest and a wonderful golden bronze colour.  It is structurally sound, clean, and free of blemishes.   A Tibetan silk brocade bowl cushion and a ringer are included in the price.

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Listen: (4 struck notes and 1 played note)