Description

Tibetan bowls are made from an alloy of 5 to 12 metals, primarily based on brass.

During production, the metals are first melted and mixed together, then cold-pressed in molds to form rough bowl shapes.
However, due to the casting process, it is difficult to avoid internal bubbles or uneven surfaces.
Therefore, the bowls need to be reheated and manually hammered in a detailed process to eliminate inconsistencies in the wall, making the structure tighter and smoother, and finally creating a complete layer.

This explanation gives a simplified overview of Tibetan bowl crafting.
In the hands of artisans, this process requires days to complete and fully demonstrates the value of Tibetan bowls.
Each bowl is unique, with its own casting location and special alloy proportions.
Different combinations of metals, when handled properly by skilled craftsmen, result in diverse sound frequencies and tones.
It is this rich alloy blend that makes each Tibetan bowl’s sound unique.