Vintage Japanese Buddhist Temple Gong (Rin Bell) with Lacquered Stand - 1930s Showa Era (25D-293-2)

Vintage Japanese Buddhist Temple Gong (Rin Bell) with Lacquered Stand, Showa Era (SKU 25D-293-2)

Showa-period Japanese temple bell set with brocade zabuton cushion and lacquered stand

This vintage Japanese Buddhist bell, or orin, is presented as a complete altar set with its original silk brocade cushion and ornate lacquer stand. The hand-hammered bronze bowl shows a soft, time-worn patina that speaks to decades of ceremonial use, offering a clear, resonant tone when struck and a visually calming presence even at rest.

Resting on a richly patterned red-and-gold zabuton and supported by a deep vermilion stand picked out with gilt scrollwork, this Showa-era piece brings the atmosphere of a traditional temple into the home. Ideal for use as a meditation bell, altar rin, or as a sculptural accent, it harmonizes understated metalwork with vivid textile and lacquer craftsmanship.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Showa period, early-20th century
• Material: Cast bronze bell, silk brocade cushion, wood with red and gilt lacquer
• Use: Temple or home altar bell (orin/rin) for meditation, chanting, or decorative display
• Features: Hand-hammered vintage Japanese bronze bowl with aged patina; complete three-piece set (bell, zabuton cushion, lacquered stand); rich vermilion and gold detailing; classic Buddhist altar styling suited to both practice and interior décor
• Dimensions: 10" Diameter x 20 1/2"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light surface wear and patina consistent with age

A refined Showa-era bell set that adds authentic Japanese temple character and a clear, contemplative tone to any space.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.