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Cattle Bell

Bell
ca. 15th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

The bell, with original clapper, has surface of exceptional quality. It has flared rim and flattened form, suitable to be worn by buffalo and other domesticated animals.


Object details

Category
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Bell
  • Clapper
TitleCattle Bell (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Bronze
Brief description
Cattle Bell, Majapahit style, 15th century, East Java, Indonesia
Physical description
The bell, with original clapper, has surface of exceptional quality. It has flared rim and flattened form, suitable to be worn by buffalo and other domesticated animals.
Dimensions
  • Height: 16cm
Style
Object history
Bought from Antony Plowright.
Production
East Java, Indonesia
Collection
Accession number
IS.4:1-1994

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Record createdFebruary 14, 2000
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