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In Tibetan processions and dance, drums and cymbals set up basic rhythmic patterns for wind instruments, and in temple settings are used with bells to accompany chant.
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Title: Cymbal Case
Date: late 17th century
Geography: Tibet
Culture: Chinese (Tibetan)
Medium: Wood, cloth, metal
Dimensions: H. 22 x Diam. 38cm (8 11/16 x 14 15/16in.)
Classification: Accessory
Credit Line: Purchase, Frederick M. Lehman Bequest, 2003
Accession Number: 2003.465a
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