Still. Sacred. Singular. A Genuine Vintage Piece from Nepal.

This 5.5-inch meditation bowl is not a reproduction. Hand-crafted in Nepal in 2002, it is a genuine vintage piece over two decades old, carrying the weight of time, devotion, and master craftsmanship. Cast in black brass and covered in intricate hand-engraved gold detailing, this bowl is as much a work of art as it is a sacred instrument.

Place it on your altar, strike it gently, and feel the resonance fill the room. The tone of a well-aged brass bowl is something no new piece can replicate. This one has had over 20 years to settle into itself.

What Makes This Bowl Exceptional

Genuine Vintage, Crafted in Nepal in 2002

Over two decades old, this bowl was hand-crafted by Nepalese artisans using traditional metalworking techniques passed down through generations. The aged black brass finish and the depth of the engraving reflect a quality of craft that is increasingly rare. For collectors and serious practitioners, this is the real thing.

Hand-Engraved Lotus Mandala on the Crown

The top of the bowl features a stunning lotus mandala at its center, surrounded by concentric rings of petal work and flowing scrollwork in bright gold against the deep black brass. The lotus is one of the most sacred symbols in both Buddhist and Hindu traditions, representing the emergence of purity and enlightenment from the ordinary world. Every line of this mandala was engraved by hand.

Floral and Bird Motifs on the Exterior

The outer walls of the bowl are adorned with flowing gold floral vines and bird motifs, traditional Himalayan decorative elements that speak to the natural world and the freedom of the awakened mind. The contrast of bright gold engraving against the dark black brass gives this bowl a dramatic, commanding presence.

Plain Smooth Black Interior

The interior of the bowl is left plain and smooth, polished to a deep black finish. This is intentional, both aesthetically and acoustically. The unadorned interior allows the sound to resonate cleanly and fully, while the visual simplicity draws the eye inward, a natural focal point for meditation.

Rich Resonant Tone

Aged brass sings differently than new metal. Over two decades, the molecular structure of the bowl has settled, producing a tone that is warmer, deeper, and more complex than any newly cast piece. Strike the rim and let the sound carry you.

Perfect For

Meditation practitioners seeking a genuine vintage instrument with authentic resonance
Collectors of Himalayan sacred art and antique metalwork
Altar builders who want a commanding, visually striking centerpiece
Sound healing practitioners and yoga teachers
Meaningful gifting for practitioners, teachers, or anyone on a spiritual path

Product Details

Diameter: 5.5 inches (approx. 14 cm)
Material: Black brass
Finish: Hand-engraved gold on black brass
Age: Vintage, crafted in Nepal (20+ years old)
Crown Design: Hand-engraved lotus mandala with concentric petal rings and scrollwork
Exterior Design: Hand-engraved gold floral vines and bird motifs
Interior: Plain smooth black, unadorned
Origin: Nepal, traditional Himalayan artisan craft
Use: Meditation, sound healing, altar centerpiece, sacred decor, gifting