Mystery Item: Carved wood w/ Dragons on top, slot through base

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  1. gimbler-dave

    gimbler-dave Well-Known Member

    Does anyone know what this is? A small piece of carved wood with Dragon heads coming out of the top, holding something between their two snouts. There is a slot that runs through the base that is somewhat wider at its high points. The piece is quite light, weighing 1.6 oz / 45 grams. It measures 2-1/2 inches in length, 2-1/4 inches deep, and 3 inches high. No maker marks. The workmanship seems quite nice. Any ideas? Thanks! ... Dave
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    gimbler-dave, Jun 5, 2016
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  2. anundverkaufen

    anundverkaufen Bird Feeder

    It's a Moktak gong, there are other names for them but that should get you started.
     
    anundverkaufen, Jun 5, 2016
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    anundverkaufen Bird Feeder

    anundverkaufen, Jun 5, 2016
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  4. gimbler-dave

    gimbler-dave Well-Known Member

    Thank you anundverkaufen! I am marking your post "Best Answer" - great ID! ... Dave
     
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  5. gimbler-dave

    gimbler-dave Well-Known Member

    Not dragons at all - they are fish!
     
    gimbler-dave, Jun 5, 2016
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