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Three hanging bells

Artist Persia

Date19th century

MediumBrass

DimensionsLarge bell: 9 5/8 × 5 7/16 in. (24.4 × 13.8 cm)
Medium bell: 8 1/4 × 4 1/2 in. (21 × 11.4 cm)
Small bell: 3 1/4 × 3 1/2 in. (8.3 × 8.9 cm)

ClassificationsSound Devices

Credit LineGift of Henry LeGrand Cannon

Object number1898.1.366

DescriptionIdiophone. Three bells shaped like inverted bowls. They are to be hung by its single red, woven wood cord. The sides of each bell is decorated with short pieces of brass white stuck to the sides in various designs. Its colors are light blue, dark blue, red, green, and white enamel, all of which are incorporated into the design.

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