Kin
Unknown Artist
This type of bell is technically known as a resting bell because it is supported on a stand rather than being suspended. It differs from a gong because it vibrated most strongly at the edges, whereas a gong vibrates mot strongly at the center.
Credit: Gift of Herbert J. Harris, 1986
Late 19th century
Metal, rosewood
46.0in
1986.467.38a, b
Image and text © Metropolitan Museum of Art, 2019
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