Recently Sourced Rare F4 Lingam in ‘As Found’ Condition.

Antique Lingam Singing Bowl.   F4 (340Hz) Heart Chakra
Weight 2 lb 5 oz. (1.05 kilos).   Size 19 x 9 cm (approx. 7½ x 3½ inches)

Probably one of the very few antique Lingam Singing Bowls to come out of Tibet in recent years.  It is one of a handful of bowls sourced in that country on our behalf, and is supplied in its ‘as found’ condition…a little grubby but otherwise in an excellent state of preservation.  It could certainly be cleaned if required, but not by us, as we like the surface patina acquired over time.  It has, however, benefitted from a wash since the above photos were taken.

This ancient bowl dates from the 17^th century and has a magnificent F4 voice whether struck with a padded mallet or played around the rim with a ringer.  It is extremely responsive and the excellent rim note is very easy to play. 

A double-ended teak and suede ringer is included in the price.

This lovely old bowl is well forged and nicely proportioned.  The walls are of a medium thickness and structurally sound.  It has an excellent grooved lip and a small but pronounced lingam at its centre, defined and surrounded by a single circle.  There is a small and neat circular navel on the flat underside.

An ancient and characterful Lingam bowl that sings sweetly, and looks and feels its age!

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Listen: (3 struck notes and 2 played notes, first with suede ringer and then wood)