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Buddhist Ritual Bell
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This Buddhist ritual bell is called the "five-pronged" bell due to the four prongs bending toward a central prong at the end of the handle. This shape is a <em>vajra</em>, or lightning bolt, a powerful and important symbol in esoteric Buddhism, which originated in India, spread across Asia, and was practiced in Korea.
| Artist / Maker | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1300s |
| Culture / Origin | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
| Medium | bronze; with incised designs |
| Dimensions | Overall: 17.8 x 6.6 cm (7 x 2 5/8 in.) |
| Department | Korean Art |
| Type | Metalwork |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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