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Gong

Japanese "Atari-gane"

Japan
Japan

Metal, Fiber Rope
ca. late 19thc - early 20th c

Diameter: 8.25 inches

Japanese "Atari-gane" or "Surigane" Hand Gong used at the coronation of Emperor Yoshihito on July 30, 1912 - With inscription verso. Provenance: Sold to Benefit the Speed Art Museum, Louisville, Kentucky to HWMC (Hartenberger World Music Collection).

 

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Catalog#: AS-IDST-47