{"product_id":"antique-japanese-buddhist-altar-hammered-bronze-bossed-gong-w-soft-mallet-bt82","title":"Antique Japanese Buddhist Altar Hanging Bronze Bossed Gong Dora w\/ Mallet BT82","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" face=\"Arial\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Japanese \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" face=\"Arial\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuddhist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Altar Gong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis is a well-used antique Japanese gong for Buddhist altars and temples. It is made of bronze with a hammered-style finish. It comes with a soft fabric mallet striker (the leather head material has long since fallen off) with a wooden handle lacquered red. This type of gong is classified as \"bossed\" as it has a raised dome at the center that helps produce a richer, deeper sound.\u003cbr\u003eGong sounds can reach the Buddha in the Pure Land. It is also used to ward off people's evil spirits and convey prayers to the Buddha, ancestors, and the deceased through sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze, wood, fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtube.com\/shorts\/ItnxTc3lkLc?feature=share\" title=\"Gong sound\"\u003eGong sound\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1880\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 1305 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 1900 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egong: 36 cm wide x 5 cm tall\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emallet\/striker: 6 cm wide x 26 cm long \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Rust. Fading on hanging cord. Silk threads on mallet are broken in many places and fragile to touch, but the overall structure is still sound. Discoloration on mallet fabric and scratches and chipping on handle. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcquired at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e: We ship worldwide by Japan Post.  Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44195956097059,"sku":"BT82-buddhist-gong","price":596.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20261111_135514.jpg?v=1794372922","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/antique-japanese-buddhist-altar-hammered-bronze-bossed-gong-w-soft-mallet-bt82","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}