It is believed that gongs were first used in Asia around 6th century AD. However, its origin is still unknown since the ancient Romans also used gongs around the 1st or 2nd century. In Asia, gongs were originally used to protect against evil spirits, and even today the Iban people of Borneo, Indonesia, beat gongs during a storm. Over time, they evolved to become signal devices, ceremonial items, and percussion instruments. In China they symbolize prosperity and mark social status. The gong is a significant accompaniment in shaman music in Korea. In Japan, the use of gongs vary from temple to theatre to folk festival. • gong is 5" diameter • frame is 8.0" length x 8.0" height • mallet is 7.0" length. made of metal Imported from China. Usually leaves our warehouse in 1-2 business days. Click to See More Gongs |
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