{"product_id":"japanese-clay-bell-dorei-sheep-dr698","title":"Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Sheep Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Zodiac Animal White Blue DR698","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 sheep. It is mostly white with blue horns, yellow and black accents on the body, and red ribbon on the back.  It has a small white clay ball inside and a straw string tied at the top via a loop. There is a date on the bottom.\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, yellow, black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, string\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1976 (date on the bottom: 51.2.28 is Feb.28th, Showa51(1976))\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight:  44 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 244 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 6.2 cm long x 4 cm wide x 4.8 cm tall (without string), 8.5 cm tall (with string)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition considering age. Some scuff marks. 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":43354686717987,"sku":"DR698-dorei-bell","price":30.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260713_132519.jpg?v=1783916727","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-au\/products\/japanese-clay-bell-dorei-sheep-dr698","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}