Antique Bronze Khmer Pastoral Bell EBB79

This well worn Khmer antique bell cast from bronze is from Takéo Pronvince, Cambodia. We were told that in addition to being worn by elephants it could have also been worn by buffalo and other grazing animals. The bronze has almost worn completely through at the loop through which the rope passed. A metal ball rolls around inside the bell and sounds against the bell wall making distinct tinkling notes. The bell is hung from a custom built stand.