唐銅からかね

noun

bronze

Rare term for bronze, especially in historical or artistic contexts. Often seen in reference to Chinese-style bronze ware or old metalwork. The reading からかね is irregular; the regular on'yomi reading とうどう is also possible but less common.

See also: 唐金

• この香こう炉ろは唐とう銅どうでできている。

  This incense burner is made of bronze.