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oai:meral.edu.mm:recid/00008380 2022-11-28T04:05:09Z 1582963788001:1582966444114

A Study on Bronze Art of Jingle Bell or “Chū” in Htee Hlaing Village Htay Htay Oo "The bronze jingle bell art or Chū produced in Htee Hlaing village of Mandalay Region can prove that Bronze Age flourished in Myanmar. The village is located in Wundwin Township where Samon valley culture appeared, and the art of bronze bell has been initiated since 100 years ago. Although Bronze Age in Myanmar appeared in Prehistoric times, the art of bronze bell is still working only in Wundwin Township, Mandalay Region. This paper describes the process of bronze bell and elements contained in the processing. Chū or bronze bells are usually used to adorn horse carts or cow carts in events of novitiation ceremonies and other cultural processions, and in cart racing held during pagoda festivals. Therefore, it is suggested that the art of bronze jingle bell has performed as an ornament from Bronze Age to present days. It aim to keep improve the bronze jingle bell and preserve the cultural heritage. Research is done through the field surveys, interview and laboratory analysis of the metal content of bronze jingle bell. By researching this bronze bell industry, more job opportunities are being created locally." 2022-08-12 https://meral.edu.mm/records/8380