Bell (Bo Zhong)

Cleveland Museum of Art

The bronze bell, titled "Bell (Bo Zhong)" by artist Bo Zhong, is a large, bronze-colored artifact with a weathered patina. The bell's body is rounded and tapered, wider at the bottom than the top. It features a flat top with a decorative handle. The handle is adorned with a design of two curved creatures facing each other. The bell's body has a vertical rectangular section in the center and is divided into horizontal sections. Each section contains raised circular designs. The lower section features an intricate swirling pattern. The patina is predominantly green with patches of brown and blue. The bell sits on a gray gradient background. The lighting highlights the texture and details of the bell.