Gong
Item number 3489/1 from the MOA: University of British Columbia.
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Description
Hollow brass gong with open base. Top has raised circular knob in centre. Vertical lines, of different lengths, incised along sides of knob. Surface of gong is tiered-like, with knob on a raise portion that gently slopes towards edges. Sides of gong taper inward slightly. Two holes drilled along tops of sides, with light yellow nylon(?) cord strung through them. Knot tied towards middle of cord, for hanging purposes.
History Of Use
The gong is an important musical instrument for a number of groups in northern Borneo. It is played during many festivities, as well as occasions such as weddings and funerals.
Narrative
Acquired by the donor in 1976-1978, when he lived and worked in Sabah, on the island of Borneo, as a volunteer with CUSO International.
Item History
- Made in Sabah, Malaysia
- Collected between 1976 and 1978
- Owned by David Burkholder before March 29, 2021
- Received from David Burkholder (Donor) on March 29, 2021
What
- Name
- Gong
- Identification Number
- 3489/1
- Type of Item
- gong
- Material
- brass metal, nylon fibre ? and dye
- Overall
- height 22.3 cm, diameter 41.4 cm
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Sabah, Malaysia
Who
- Culture
- Sabahan
- Previous Owner
- David Burkholder
- Received from
- David Burkholder (Donor)
When
- Collection Date
- between 1976 and 1978
- Ownership Date
- before March 29, 2021
- Acquisition Date
- on March 29, 2021
Other
- Item Classes
- metalwork
- Condition
- fair
- Accession Number
- 3489/0001
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