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Hokoji Temple: Chime

JAPAN, Kyoto; Azuchi–Momoyama period (1573–1615),dated 1612; Commissioned by Fujiwara no Ason; Bronze; H: 89 cm
This small chime dates to 1612, when the main hall of Hokoji Temple in Kyoto was rebuilt following an earthquake in 1596.
　 The chime has a flat head with a round crown. The sound rim flares outward slightly and consists of three clouds. Divided into eight rectangular panels formed by embossed lines, the upper four panels contain 16 studs, which have now worn away. The inscription on the lower portion states the date of its creation and the names of the donors. There is a clapper inside the chime.

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