Musical InstrumentsAerophone-Lip Vibrated-trumpet / tromboneca. 1872Rng-Gling? is a aerophone-lip vibrated-trumpet / trombone of Tibetan origin created in ca. 1872 using bone measuring D. ±1 3/4 × L. 11 11/16 in. (±4.5 × 29.7 cm) — now part of the Musical Instruments collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bone |
| Dimensions | D. ±1 3/4 × L. 11 11/16 in. (±4.5 × 29.7 cm) |
| Classification | Aerophone-Lip Vibrated-trumpet / trombone |
| Department | Musical Instruments |
| Credit Line | The Crosby Brown Collection of Musical Instruments, 1889 |
| Date | ca. 1872 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Tibetan culture. The estimated date range is 1850 – 1895.
Geography
Origin: Tibet. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Rng-Gling??
Rng-Gling? is housed in the Musical Instruments department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Rng-Gling? created?
Rng-Gling? dates to ca. 1872.
What material is Rng-Gling? made from?
Rng-Gling? is crafted from bone.
Where does Rng-Gling? originate?
Rng-Gling? originates from Tibet (Tibetan culture).
Is Rng-Gling? in the public domain?
Rng-Gling? is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026