{"product_id":"japanese-clay-bell-dorei-pearl-diver-woman-tsuchi-suzu-dr680","title":"Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Ama Pearl Diver Woman Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Toba White DR680","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. It is in the shape of a pearl diving woman. It is mostly white with subtle accents and a tiny shell and resin pearl bead attached at the top. It has a white clay ball inside and a red string tied at the top. Traditional Ama divers, most notably women, would dive into the water only holding their breath and collect and deposit oyster shells for their pearls in a floating bucket at the water's surface. The Toba\/Shima area of Mie Prefecture continues to cultivate pearls to this day and also hosts the Mikimoto Pearl Museum for visitors.\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, brown\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, string\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 60 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 250 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 5.5 cm long x 5.5 cm wide x 8 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Glue residue on top from construction. 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 do 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":42069644574755,"sku":"DR680-dorei-bell","price":33.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Japanese-Clay-Bell-Dorei-Ama-Pearl-Diver-Woman-Vtg-Tsuchi-Suzu-Toba-White-DR680.jpg?v=1775072225","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/japanese-clay-bell-dorei-pearl-diver-woman-tsuchi-suzu-dr680","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}