Indian Bronze Temple Bell, Based

Bell with a ringed crown, a ring of grooves and a clapper dangling below.

This Indian bronze temple bell on a base is from India, and dates to the 20th century. Bell bronze is a copper and tin alloy chosen for its resonance, and temple bells are typically cast in molds and then finished by turning and polishing. Flared bell in warm brown-yellow metal with horizontal grooves around the shoulder and a decorative loop atop a hook. A short striker hangs beneath the rim. It rests on a low black platform. It is 3.75 inches wide, 3.5 deep and 5 high.

Clear-voiced in looks alone, and sweet-tempered in poise.