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Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Kulintang Brass Gongs

Item Details

A set of six early 20th century Southeast Asian kulintang gongs. Typically, the gongs are laid horizontally and have played a large role in several musical traditions of Southeast Asia. The walls of each gong are pierced with small holes to allow for a cord to suspend or otherwise mount the gongs, which some still retain.

1938.0377 – 1938.0382

Provenance
Collected in the late 19th and early 20th century and donated to a Private Midwestern Institution in 1938
Sold to enhance and preserve the Institution’s mission-relevant Collections

Condition

- consistent with age; corrosion and markings throughout; one gong displays cracks in metal.

Dimensions

8.0" W x 3.5" H x 8.0" D

Measurement of single item

Item #

17COL077-317

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