Antique Large Tawak Bronze Gong 8¼" x 2½" (21cm x 6.5cm)

Description

As many of these on the market are modern fake castings,
I have researched this gong and have determined that it is authentic and will offer a 60 day full money back guarantee to give the new owner enough time to have gong authenticated.  I will refund your full purchase price & the return shipping if deemed not authentic by a professional.  As long as returned in same condition as when I shipped out and I will NOT reimburse any costs or fees incured while obtaining authenticity.
This example is measures 21 cms in diameter and approximately 6.5 cm high, and weighs 2 pounds 11 ox or 1.224 kgs.  This lovely piece is a great addition to any collection of Dayak or Malay artifacts.
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Thanks to Ashoka Arts for the following description of identical gong;
A  lovely and rare Bronze Gong from North Sarawak or Brunei. These lost wax cast Gongs were highly prized in Dayak cultures and often were believed to possess magical enchantment. The design of three dragons and prominent central boss here shows Malay and Chinese influence which was exerted through out areas of Borneo through trade and settlement. The patina on this example is rich and deep, showing the age of the piece which is certainly 19th century but could be as old as the 18th century, as with a similar example in the National Gallery of Australia.