{"product_id":"vintage-japanese-perforated-bronze-hanging-gong-dora-metal-percussion-instrument","title":"Vintage Japanese Perforated Bronze Hanging Gong Dora Metal Percussion Instrument","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"929\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eVintage Japanese Perforated Bronze Hanging Gong Dora Metal Percussion Instrument BOSa50\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1038\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThis is a vintage Japanese hanging metal percussion instrument, similar in form to a traditional dora gong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1395\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIt is made from aged copper-alloy metal, likely bronze or brass, with a shallow circular tray-like form and a raised outer rim. The central striking area has an unusual perforated pattern arranged in concentric rings, surrounding a plain circular center. The center has a shallow concave depression, which appears to be from age, use, or original shaping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1608\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTwo small holes are placed on the rim for the woven hanging cord. The surface shows a dark aged patina, oxidation, scratches, abrasions, and residue, giving the piece a strong old Japanese folk-object character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1891\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWhen struck, it produces a clear metallic sound, although the perforated construction gives it a shorter, drier resonance than a standard temple or ceremony gong. It can be displayed as a decorative Japanese metal object or collected as a vintage percussion \/ signaling instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"2013\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eHeight: 3.7 cm \/ 1.46 in\u003cbr data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003eWidth: 33.5 cm \/ 13.19 in\u003cbr data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003eDepth: 33.5 cm \/ 13.19 in\u003cbr data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1988\"\u003eWeight: 1050 g \/ 2.31 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2325\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eThe item shows clear signs of age and use. There are surface scratches, small rim abrasions, natural oxidation, patina variations, and light residue on both the front and back surfaces. The central area has a shallow concave depression. Please check the photos and video carefully for details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"koedo-sun-art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47788497469693,"sku":"Yamato 3500  BOSa49","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/0774\/4253\/files\/57_23d2d8f8-c908-45bd-93ec-2be7be76a2b8.jpg?v=1783153560","url":"https:\/\/koedo-sun-art.com\/products\/vintage-japanese-perforated-bronze-hanging-gong-dora-metal-percussion-instrument","provider":"koedo-sun-art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}