Large oak dinner gong

late 19th-century oak framed dinner gong the arched top with turned supports surrounding the original brass gong. To the openwork stretcher with scrolling decoration, on trestle base...

19th Century dinner gong, having acorn finials above the turned frame supporting the large brass gong. All raised on shaped feet. Dimensions Height 48.5 Inches Width 28.5 Inches Dept...

Arts and Crafts Walnut Dinner Gong This is a large hall piece the Brass Gong is hand beaten brass suspended in a beautiful walnut frame, with turnings decorating the top rail, it ...

This extraordinary piece of art from Southeast Asia exudes an ancient charm that transcends time, telling stories of distant traditions and cultures. Dating back to the late 19th century, this work is a testament to the skill and dedication of the artisans of that era, who infused life and soul into every detail. The gong, the undisputed protagonist of this composition, is made of copper and features a dark patina that accentuates its antique and mystical character. This aged surface, which softens its original shine, adds depth and mystery, almost whispering the stories and rituals for which it was used. Supporting the gong is a solid wooden structure, painted in a lacquered red that, despite the marks of time, retains a timeless beauty. The traces of wear reveal layers of underlying color, giving the piece a lived-in and authentic charm, as if it had witnessed countless ceremonies and sacred moments. Alongside the main gong, two small gongs...