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Images from the NMM Lobby
Glaw•ng ae• (Goblet Drum), northern Siam (Thailand), late 19th century
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NMM 5405. Glaw•ng ae•, northern Siam (Thailand), late 19th century. Goblet drum on two-wheeled cart. One piece of wood, hollowed-out. More than ten feet long, weighing more than 1,000 pounds. Used principally in Buddhist temples in nothern provinces of Thailand to signal and regulate temple activities. Also played in festive processions and to accompany folk dances. Traditional drums like this one are highly respected and never stepped over or touched with the feet. Purchase funds gift of LaVonne & Clifford E. Graese, Windermere, Florida, 1992.
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