Superb Rare Small 18th Century Lingam Singing Bowl – E4 & A5 Notes

Antique Lingam Singing Bowl.  Notes: E4 & A5 (Solar Plexus & Third Eye Chakras)
Weight 403 grams (0 lb 14 ¼ oz).   Size 15.5 x 4.5 cm (6 ¼ x 1 ¾ inches) 

This exquisite small 18^th century Lingam Singing Bowl is one of the oldest and rarest in my collection.  It has been expertly crafted and has masses of charm as well as 2 good voices both of which are very close to perfect pitch.  The fundamental is middle E4 (328Hz) when struck and a rare powerful and ppenetrating fifth octave A5 (885Hz) when played around the rim with a wooden ringer.

This rare bowl has a very low or shallow form, with a slightly flared wall, a grooved lip, and a flat bottom.  It has a nice lingam at its centre surrounded and defined by circles which continue in pairs across the floor and around the inside wall.  There is a neat matching yoni or navel underneath.

It is beautifully proportioned, highly detailed, and has great aesthetic appeal.  It has a truly beautiful aged patina and colour, and the look and feel of great antiquity. 

This ancient Lingam bowl is in excellent structural condition and a delight to look at, hold and play. 

A perfect example of this rare and ancient bowl form, and highly collectable!

A Tibetan silk brocade bowl cushion, and 2 different ringers are included in the price.

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Listen: (3 struck notes and 2 played notes with a wooden ringer)