Vajra Bell (Ghanta)
10th–11th century
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Object Label
The ghanta, or priest's bell, and the vajra, or thunderbolt, are two of the most important Buddhist ritual objects. In this piece, the two are combined, with the vajra surmounting the handle.
Caption
Vajra Bell (Ghanta), 10th–11th century. Bronze, 6 3/16 x 2 1/8 in. (15.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Anonymous gift, 79.184. (Photo: Brooklyn Museum)
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Collection
Gallery
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Collection
Title
Vajra Bell (Ghanta)
Date
10th–11th century
Geography
Place made: Eastern region, Java, Indonesia
Medium
Bronze
Classification
Dimensions
6 3/16 x 2 1/8 in. (15.7 cm)
Credit Line
Anonymous gift
Accession Number
79.184
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