Gong

A657

From: Japan

Curatorial Section: Asian

Native Name Moku-she
Object Number A657
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Japanese | Buddhist
Provenience Japan
Section Asian
Materials Wood
Iconography Fish
Description

Gong used to mark the rhythm of Buddhist temple prayers. Wooden fish gong, hollow underneath with three peg legs. At one time it was lacquered red and black.

Credit Line Gift of Mrs. Sarah (William D.) Frishmuth, 1900
Other Number I-46 - Seder Number

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