antique khmer style bronze mounted elephant bell 28cm 11 Antique Lakshmi and Shiva played essential roles

and Shiva played essential roles in shaping the spiritual and political identity of the Khmer kingdom

Along with the turtle we can also see the protective Naga lying at the feet of Sīvali

Behind Ganesha sits an aureole or circle of light

Styled after artistic techniques prevalent in the time of the powerful Khmer Empire of South East Asia

He has a large lotus bud shaped ushnisha protuberance on top of his head

antique khmer style bronze mounted elephant bell 28cm 11 Antique Lakshmi and Shiva played essential rolesAntique Khmer Style Bronze Mounted Lotus Flower Bell 29cm 12" Measures (Height) 29cm 12" Tall An antique Khmer style bronze Bell. This exquisite ritual bell was created to be rung during ceremonies. The bulbous bell is cast in the form of a lotus flower and surmounted by a looped suspension ring. The lotus flower represents purity, compassion and the giving of great joy to all. When we ring the bell we can easily imagine its rich tones ringing out