Slit Gong Item Number: Ib461 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Indonesian slit gong or Kentongan drum made from carved wood into the shape of a figure with a cylindrical shape body, a flat bottom and a slightly protruding chest. The top has a bulbous head with incised eyes, nose, mouth and ears. There is black detailing for eyebrows, eyes and moustache. There are screws on each side of the head. Through the middle of the body is a large slit opening that leads to a hollow interior.
Item History
- Made in Indonesia before 1986
- Owned by Indonesia Pavilion before November 3, 1986
- Received from Indonesia Pavilion (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Donations Fund (Funding source) on November 3, 1986
What
Who
- Culture
- Western Indonesian
- Previous Owner
- Indonesia Pavilion
- Received from
- Indonesia Pavilion (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Donations Fund (Funding source)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Indonesia
When
- Creation Date
- before 1986
- Ownership Date
- before November 3, 1986
- Acquisition Date
- on November 3, 1986
Other
- Condition
- good
- Current Location
- Case 63
- Accession Number
- 1170/0004