Very Rare Antique Remuna Singing Bowl – F3 Concert Pitch & Inscription

Antique Remuna Singing Bowl.   F3 (174Hz) & B5 (981Hz)

Weight 1 lb 7 ¾ oz. (671 grams).   Size 20 x 9 cm (8 x 3 ½ inches)

This is a stunning early example of the rare and sought-after Remuna bowl form, with a beautiful third octave F (174Hz) concert pitch voice when struck or played around the rim with a suede ringer.  The rim note changes to an unusually high B5 (981Hz) when played with a wooden ringer.

It benefits from two exceptionally rare features…a subtle raised lingam-like mound at its centre with a matching depression underneath, and a small engraved inscription on the outer wall.

This (probably) 18th century bowl has a lovely golden colour, fine smooth walls inside and out, and is a pleasure to hold and play.  It is in good clean structural condition although showing signs of use over a long period.

A Tibetan silk brocade bowl cushion and ringer are included in the price.

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Listen: (3 struck notes and 1 played note)