BRONZE GONG, THAILAND
Ceremonial bronze temple gong, Chiang Mai Thailand





Description
Hammered bronze Buddhist temple gong with gold painted circle detail. These gongs are played at most temple gatherings, ceremonies, processions and in home use, where they are struck to ward off bad spirits. Acquired in Chiang Mai, Thailand, dating from the early 20th century. Meaasures 40 inches diameter by 3 inches thick.