Taegum (대금 )

ca. 1980

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 681

This is the largest of the Korean transverse flutes and is made of a rare bamboo believed to have evil qualities. A membrane protected by a metal plate buzzes as the flute is played. Red wax coats the interior to prevent rot.

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Title: Taegum (대금 )
Date: ca. 1980
Geography: Korea
Culture: Korean
Medium: Bamboo, metal
Dimensions: L. 27 1/8 × Diam. 1 1/4 in. (68.9 × 3.2 cm)
Classification: Aerophone-Blow Hole-side-blown flute (transverse)
Credit Line: Gift of Daewoo Group, 1981
Object Number: 1981.28.4
Curatorial Department: Musical Instruments

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