{"product_id":"japanese-clay-bell-dorei-horse-vtg-tsuchi-suzu-zodiac-animal-uma-white-red-dr690","title":"Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Horse Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Zodiac Animal Uma White Red DR690","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Japanese Clay Bell Dorei \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a vintage Japanese clay bell, or \u003cem\u003edorei\u003c\/em\u003e. Representing the animals of the zodiac, this bell is in the shape of a horse. It is mostly white with red painting as the decoration, gray as the mane and tail, blue as the muzzle and hoofs, and yellow as the eyes. There are reliefs of Kanji on the saddle.  It has a small white clay ball inside and has a white cord string tied at the holes on the back. \u003cbr\u003eDorei bells have a long history and have been used in festivals and ceremonies since the Jomon period (about 13000 to 2300 years ago) when they were said to have the power to ward off evil spirits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite, red, blue, gray, yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, string\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1980\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKanji relief: 福 \u003cem\u003efuku\u003c\/em\u003e good fortune\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight:  175 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 375 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 9.5 cm long x 6 cm wide x 8 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: We ship worldwide by Japan Post.  Adding this item to your cart shows you the shipping prices and options.  We combine shipping, and if the cart does not give you a discount, we will refund any extra shipping paid in the case of overpayment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Us: \u003c\/strong\u003eWe are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arts \u0026 Decoration","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43256990695459,"sku":"DR690-dorei-bell","price":29.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260630_092613.jpg?v=1782780402","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/japanese-clay-bell-dorei-horse-vtg-tsuchi-suzu-zodiac-animal-uma-white-red-dr690","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}