Saung Gauk
3rd quarter 19th century (made)
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Saung-gauk, Burmese boat shaped harp of thirteen strings. Konbaung Dynasty (1752-1885). Hollow wood black lacquered and gilded, decorated with thayo (moulded) work resting on a red & black wood stand carved as a boy. ca. 1872
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| Brief description | Saung-gauk, Burmese boat shaped harp of thirteen strings. Konbaung Dynasty (1752-1885). Hollow wood black lacquered and gilded, decorated with thayo (moulded) work resting on a red & black wood stand carved as a boy. ca. 1872 |
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| Object history | Part of a" collection of Musical Instruments, manufactured in Pazoongdoung, the Burmese quarter of the town of Rangoon. Procured by Moung Shway Zo. Thougyee of Pazoondoung". Catalogue of the Indian Court, International Exhibition 1872; p. 178 Historical significance: Traditionally used in chamber music ensembles with the thro (violin); mi-gyaung (crocodile zither) & patala (xylophone) or to accompany vocal presentations. |
| Bibliographic reference | International Exhibition, Exhibition Road, London 1872
Indian Court Catalogue; p. 179; Nos. 2678 (3844 |
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| Accession number | 1608:1-1872 |
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| Record created | February 20, 2001 |
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