Seonamsa Dongjong(2008-2), Suncheon

Basic information

Designation

Treasure No.1561

Category

Craft

Era

1657년

Designated year

2008

Location

순천시, 전라남도— 전남 순천시 승주읍 선암사길 450, 선암사 성보박물관 (죽학리)

Coordinates

34.996631, 127.330936

This bell, originally intended as a midsize ritual bell for Daewonsa Temple in Boseong-gun, was cast in 1657 by Kim Yong-am, the foremost bell maker of the Joseon Dynasty. With a stable, well-proportioned body, the bell has a hook in the shape of vigorous twin dragons holding up a wish-granting jewel. The top plate has a band of inverted lotus petals carved with the Chinese character ‘梵,’ meaning Brahman, and the body has a band of medallions containing the same character around the shoulder and a band of lotus petals around the rim. In between are elaborately carved lotus panels, Indra and Brahma, and a tablet symbolizing wishes for the prosperity of the royal family. Along with the Bronze Bell of Yongheungsa Temple in Damyang, this bell represents the excellent bell-casting craftsmanship of Kim Yong-am.

Location