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Ancient Javanese Bronze Slit-Drum ex: Christies

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Ancient Javanese Bronze Slit-Drum ex: Christies

Item Details

Description

Java, ca. 13th-14th century. The octagonal drum (Kentongan) with central elongated slit, a pair of scroll medallions at either side, surmounted by a loop handle with attached chain and s-hook. Quite rare.

Ex: Christie's Amsterdam, May 7-8, 2002, Lot 627.

MEASUREMENTS

Height without chain: 13 1/4 inches / 33.5 cm

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