A small gong in a black-lacquer stand
A small gong in a black-lacquer stand
Edo period (1615-1868), mid-late 19th century
The circular gong suspended within a tall black-lacquered stand, supported on four spreading feet, lacquered in gold on one side with the Satsuma mon and applied with gilt-metal mounts engraved with scrolling karakusa ('Chinese grasses'), unsigned; with a separate later wood mallet. 77.5cm x 33cm (26 5/8in x 13in). (3).
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A small gong in a black-lacquer stand
Edo period (1615-1868), mid-late 19th century
The circular gong suspended within a tall black-lacquered stand, supported on four spreading feet, lacquered in gold on one side with the Satsuma mon and applied with gilt-metal mounts engraved with scrolling karakusa ('Chinese grasses'), unsigned; with a separate later wood mallet. 77.5cm x 33cm (26 5/8in x 13in). (3).