Vintage Asian Brass Temple Gong Bell

This decorative ceremonial dragon bell is common in East Asian especially in Korean and Chinese culture.  The dragon wrapped around the bell holding the bell's striker represents power, strength, wisdom, good fortune and fertility in Chinese culture.  The bell itself resembles traditional Korean Buddhist temple bells.  

Bells and Gongs: Have played a vital role in Asian cultures, symbolizing spiritual growth, enlightenment, and cultural heritage.  They are used in various traditional ceremonies and rituals, including weddings, funerals, and festivals. The sound of the bell is believed to have a profound effect on the mind and spirit, promoting calm and inner peace. In Buddhism, the bell is a symbol of spiritual awakening and enlightenment. In China, the loud and melodious sound of the bell is often used to convene monks in Buddhist temples, and sounding the bell 108 times symbolizes the relief of 108 kinds of troubles in the human world.