Description:

Southeast Asia, Burma / Myanmar, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A fine and playable example of a brass nipple gong that hangs from a mahogany wood and rope framework with a wooden mallet and a bright orange fabric covering. Burmese gongs are recognizable because of their prominent boss (nipple) in the center, just slightly recessed from the rest of the gong body. The rich patina is deliberately left even when the gongs are being played or is sometimes selectively cleaned away to create patterns like lotus flowers or stars. This gong has a faint 4-pointed triangle pattern around the nipple to create a star shape! A mellow tone rings out when this is gently hit. Size when hung: 26" L x 10" W (66 cm x 25.4 cm)

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection

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#143602

  • Condition: Some discoloration to the mallet cloth. Star design is etched into the face, but it is faint. Heavy patina on verso. Slight dents and wear on surface from playing. Rope is all new; mahogany bar and mallet are original.

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