Musical InstrumentsIdiophone-Struck-bell-without clapper1879Bell is a idiophone-struck-bell-without clapper Shwebo of Burmese origin created in 1879 using bronze measuring Height: 27 in. (68.6 cm) Diameter: 15 1/2 in. (39.4… — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | Height: 27 in. (68.6 cm) Diameter: 15 1/2 in. (39.4 cm) Weight: 1855.2 oz. (52.6 kg) |
| Classification | Idiophone-Struck-bell-without clapper |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Credit Line | The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889 |
| Date | 1879 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Burmese culture. The estimated date range is 1870 – 1880.
Geography
Origin: Shwebo, Myanmar (formerly Burma). 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bell?
Bell is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bell created?
Bell dates to 1879.
What material is Bell made from?
Bell is crafted from bronze.
Where does Bell originate?
Bell originates from Myanmar (formerly Burma) (Burmese culture).
Is Bell in the public domain?
Bell is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026