Singing Bowl Earth Powder Five Buddha Mantra 16cm
There is a quiet presence to a handcrafted aluminium singing bowl: cool metal in the hands, a rounded form on the table, and a surface ready to answer touch with sound. Made for meditation, sound practice, or a still corner at home, it brings together a grounded instrument and a richly decorated object.
Singing Bowl Earth Powder Five Buddha Mantra 16cm is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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There is a quiet presence to a handcrafted aluminium singing bowl: cool metal in the hands, a rounded form on the table, and a surface ready to answer touch with sound. Made for meditation, sound practice, or a still corner at home, it brings together a grounded instrument and a richly decorated object.
Singing Bowl Earth Powder Five Buddha Mantra 16cm is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
About this product
What you notice before the first note
- The earth-toned finish gives the bowl a softened, aged look, with darker detailing around the rim and interior.
- Mantra-style script runs around the outside, turning the bowl slowly into a piece to look at as well as play.
- The rounded aluminium body has a steady, substantial feel, suited to deliberate handling rather than hurried use.
- Placed on a low table, shelf, or meditation space, it reads as both a sound instrument and a sculptural object.
- The Five Buddha design adds symbolic depth without making the bowl feel ornate or overworked.
Sound, touch and practice
A singing bowl can be struck gently for a clear tone, or played around the rim with slow, even pressure when used with a suitable striker. The sound comes from vibration in the metal, so patience matters: a steady hand lets the tone gather more naturally.
Use it to mark the beginning of a sitting practice, to close a yoga session, or to create a small pause in the day. It is a practical meditation instrument, not just a decorative bowl.
Handcrafted aluminium from India
This bowl is handcrafted in India from aluminium, with an earth powder finish and dark decorative detailing. Because it is made by hand, small variations in surface, tone, and marking are part of its character rather than flaws.
Using and caring for the bowl
Set the bowl on a stable surface before playing, or hold it flat on an open palm so the sides can vibrate freely. If using a striker, begin lightly and increase pressure gradually rather than forcing the sound.
Keep it dry between uses and wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners, as they may mark the finish or soften the contrast of the design.
The Five Buddha design in context
The Five Buddha motif belongs to Buddhist visual culture, where the Five Dhyani Buddhas are traditionally associated with wisdom, direction, colour, and meditative qualities. On a singing bowl, this symbolism sits alongside the use of sound as a point of focus: the strike, the vibration, and the fading tone become a simple way to mark attention. The mantra-style decoration adds to that sense of ritual object, while the bowl remains direct and tactile, made to be held, heard, and used.
Size and details
- Type: singing bowl
- Material: aluminium
- Diameter: 16 cm
- Weight: 770 g
- Origin: India
- Design: Mantra Five Buddha with earth powder finish
A thoughtful gift for a quiet practice
It suits someone who meditates, practises yoga, collects symbolic objects, or is building a calmer home space. The combination of sound, weight, and visible mantra detail makes it feel considered rather than generic.
Material
Aluminium
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Common questions
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