Yonggo
Reflecting its name, which literally means "dragon drum," the yonggo has a lively dragon design. Though similar to the nearby gyobanggo, it is smaller, making it easy to play while slung horizontally at the player's waist. Ergonomically efficient, its portability is ideal for processional music.The maker of the instrument is Park Kyung Suk, known as No. 63 National Treasure.
Artwork Details
- Title: Yonggo
- Maker: Kyung Suk Park
- Date: 20th century
- Geography: South Korea, Korea
- Culture: Korean
- Medium: Wood, canvas, metal
- Dimensions: L.: 17.9 cm (7-1/16 in.); max Diam: 40.2 cm (15-13/16 in.), Diam. of heads 38.5 cm (15-3/16 in.)
- Classification: Membranophone-double-headed / cylindrical drum
- Credit Line: Gift of Korean Cultural Service, 1982
- Object Number: 1982.171.9a–c
- Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments
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