Rare Large & Heavy Antique Manipuri-Lingam Singing Bowl with Perfect Pitch G3

This is a fabulous example of a superior quality antique Lingam Singing Bowl.  Apart from being a very rare Manipuri-Lingam hybrid it has 3 outstanding features…its heavy weight, unusually large 9 ½ inch diameter, and a perfect pitch G3 voice.  Lingam and Manipuri bowls seldom have diameters above 8 inches, making this bowl a rare exception.  

The fundamental note is a lovely spot-on perfect pitch third octave G3 (196Hz) when struck with a padded mallet or played around the rim with a suede ringer.  The rim note changes to a fifth octave C#5 (563Hz) with a wooden ringer.  It is a very responsive bowl and easy to play.

This antique bowl has all the physical characteristics of a normal Manipuri with its shallow and low profile and multiple lines around the outer rim.  But it is further distinguished by an extra-wide grooved lip and the extremely rare addition of a fabulous lingam surrounded and defined by 2 sets of circles at its center.  There is a matching navel or yoni underneath.

This bowl is thought to date from the 18th century and looks its age.  It is structurally sound but has patches of copper oxidization and a heavy patina acquired over the years.  The patina could be removed with a little effort if one preferred a cleaner looking bowl. 

This rare bowl looks ancient and feels special.

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

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