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Small portable slit-gong ("oo") used to transmit signals, 64 cm l. 25 cm D.
Small portable slit-gong ("oo") used to transmit signals, 64 cm l. 25 cm D.
Object Number 970-29-70/4785
Display Title Small portable slit-gong ("oo") used to transmit signals, 64 cm l. 25 cm D.
Descriptions
Inventory Description Carved wooden slit gong/drum, long and cylindrical, slit down center, grey
Classification
  • Percussion
Department Ethnographic
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Oceania / Solomon islands
Additional Geographic Terms Malaita, North; lau Lagoon; Funafou village
Materials Wood
Dimensions Overall: 64 x 15 x 18.5 cm (25 3/16 x 5 7/8 x 7 5/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 970-29-70/4785 / 12

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