Singing Bowl Nepalese Moon 17cm 850g

A substantial Nepalese singing bowl brings a steady, tactile presence to meditation, breathwork or a quiet corner of the home. Its metal body waits silently until struck or circled at the rim, turning a simple gesture into a clear, resonant sound. This is a mindful instrument with sculptural weight, made for listening as much as looking.

What you feel before the first note

• The bowl has a grounded, weighty feel, giving it the stillness of an object made to stay present.
• Its sound is created by vibration in the metal, either from a gentle strike or from steady movement around the rim.
• The tone invites a pause between tasks, making it useful for meditation, yoga practice or marking a quiet moment.
• Rim playing rewards patience. Slow pressure and an even hand let the sound build gradually.
• As a decorative object, it suits a shelf, altar space, studio or bedside table without feeling purely ornamental.

Alloy metal, shaped by hand

This singing bowl is handcrafted in Nepal from a metal alloy of brass, copper bronze, iron and silver. The mix gives the bowl its firm, resonant character, while the handcrafting makes each piece feel individual rather than factory-perfect.

How to play and place it

To strike the bowl, tap the outer rim gently with a suitable wooden striker. To make it sing, move the striker around the rim with slow, even pressure, keeping the bowl stable as the vibration gathers.

Use it at the start or close of meditation, before yoga, beside a reading chair, or wherever you like to create a small pause in the day.

Care for the metal

Keep the bowl dry and wipe it with a soft cloth after handling. Store it where it will not be knocked, and avoid harsh cleaners, as mixed metals are best cared for gently.

Nepalese singing bowl tradition

Singing bowls are closely associated with Himalayan ritual and contemplative practice, where sound is used to mark transitions, gather attention and create a steady atmosphere for meditation. In Tibetan Buddhist contexts and wider Himalayan practice, a single struck note can signal the beginning or ending of a sitting. The moon name adds a softer layer of symbolism, often connected with cycles, reflection and quiet return. Today, bowls like this are used in homes, yoga spaces and meditation rooms as both sound instruments and meaningful objects.

Size and details

The bowl measures 17 cm across and weighs approximately 850 g. It is one Nepalese singing bowl from the Tibetan Singing Bowls range.

A thoughtful gift for quiet rituals

It makes a considered gift for someone who meditates, practises yoga, works with sound, or enjoys objects with a sense of place and ritual. Its weight and handmade origin give it the feeling of a keepsake.

Common questions

Will this bowl play a specific musical note?
No specific note is supplied for this bowl. Singing bowls vary naturally, especially when made by hand, so the character of the tone is best understood by playing and listening.

Is rim playing easy straight away?
It can take practice. A steady hand, light pressure and slow movement around the rim usually give the best chance of building a clear singing tone.

Can it be used as décor as well as an instrument?
Yes. It works as a sound instrument and as a sculptural object for a calm corner, meditation space or shelf.