Tibetan Singing Bowl 21cm 5 Buddhas Engraved

Set down before a quiet sitting, this engraved metal Tibetan singing bowl has the kind of presence that slows the room before a note is played. Its weighted form invites both hands, while the Five Buddhas motif gives the surface a contemplative focus for meditation, sound practice or a still corner at home.

What the bowl brings to a room

• A steady, grounded feel when held, suited to a slower ritual rather than a quick decorative gesture.
• Engraved Buddha imagery across the bowl, offering a point of focus before, during or after playing.
• A sculptural presence on a low table, altar space or meditation shelf, where the metal catches soft light.
• A sound object for marking the beginning of a sitting, closing a yoga practice or bringing attention back to the room.
• A tactile surface that encourages careful handling, with the bowl felt as much as seen.

Metalwork from Nepal

The bowl is handcrafted in Nepal from brass, copper bronze, iron and silver. Its engraved surface reflects the Tibetan style, with the Five Buddhas represented as part of the decorative and symbolic design.

Playing it with patience

Use it as a struck bowl, tapping the rim gently with a suitable singing bowl striker, or practise the singing technique by circling the outer rim with slow, even pressure. The tone comes from friction setting the metal into vibration, so rim-playing usually improves with a steady hand and a little patience.

Keeping the metal at its best

Handle the bowl with clean, dry hands and rest it on a stable surface between uses. Wipe with a soft dry cloth after handling, and keep it away from prolonged damp so the metal finish stays clear and cared for.

The Five Buddhas in context

In Tibetan Buddhist iconography, the Five Buddhas, often called the Five Dhyani Buddhas, are associated with awakened qualities such as wisdom and compassion. Bowls carrying this imagery are used today as meditation instruments, ritual objects and contemplative pieces, especially by those who like their practice tools to hold visible meaning. The decoration does not need to be loud to be significant. It gives the eye somewhere to rest while the sound fades, turning a simple strike into a small moment of attention.

Size and details

The bowl measures 21 cm across and weighs 1200 g. This listing is for one engraved Tibetan singing bowl.

A gift with quiet weight

Choose it for someone who meditates, practises yoga, works with sound, or is building a calm ritual space at home. The engraved Five Buddhas design makes it especially suited to a meaningful birthday, housewarming or personal milestone.

Common questions

Does it come with a specific musical note?
No note is specified for this bowl. Singing bowls can vary in tone, especially when handcrafted, so the character is best understood as individual rather than fixed to a named pitch.

Will it be easy to make it sing around the rim?
It may take practice. A gentle, consistent pressure around the rim is usually more effective than speed, and many people begin by striking the bowl before learning the circling technique.