London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Of wonderful form and superb craftsmanship
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
Oak back rest displays fine grain interest with wisps of medullary rays
Adorned with a striking lion's head mask with a pair of hanging arms
Quality brass gong decorated with fascinating engraved pattern of Indian taste
Gong sits upon the back rest with a leather hanging loop
Lower rest holds the leather-covered striking mallet neatly
Maker's mark to rear for William Tonks & Sons, Birmingham
This is a delightful antique hanging dinner gong with great Victorian taste. A treat for the home or institution. Delivered polished and ready to mount.
Dimensions:
Hanging Width: 29.5cm (11.5'')
Hanging Depth: 12.5cm (5'')
Hanging Height: 52.5cm (20.75'')
Backplate Width: 15cm (6'')
Backplate Depth: 12.5cm (5'')
Backplate Height: 25cm (9.75'')
Gong Diameter: 29.5cm (11.5'')
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London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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Antique Hanging Dinner Gong, English, Brass, Oak, Decorative, Victorian, C.1880
