{"product_id":"japanese-clay-bell-dorei-hime-daruma-vtg-tsuchi-suzu-basho-poem-white-dr691","title":"Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Hime Daruma Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Basho Poem White DR691","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVtg Japanese Clay Bell Dorei \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a vintage Japanese clay bell, Dorei or Tsuchi-Suzu. It is in the shape of a hime daruma, a type of alternative-style daruma featuring a young girl, usually with a kimono and a sweet face. This particular one is mostly white with black eyes and red lips. On the body, there is a poem by the famous Japanese poet Matsuo Basho, along with the scenery it depicts. There is a red string tied at the top via a loop, and a white clay ball inside.\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.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite, black, red, green, brown, gray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, string\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eC1970\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKanji on the body: 山寺 \u003cem\u003eyamadera\u003c\/em\u003e temple in mountains, 立石寺 \u003cem\u003eRisshakuji\u003c\/em\u003e temple name, 閑さや 岩にしみ入る 蝉の声 \u003cem\u003eShizukesaya iwani shimiiru seminokoe\u003c\/em\u003e It is silent around here and the buzz of cicadas is like seaking into the rocks,  芭蕉 \u003cem\u003eBasho, \u003c\/em\u003e(It is said Basho made this poem at the Risshakuji temple)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem weight: 111 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacked weight: 311 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 7.5 cm long x 7 cm wide x 8.5 m tall\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":43256992006179,"sku":"DR691-dorei-bell","price":29.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2511\/7796\/files\/Photoroom_20260630_102511.jpg?v=1782782721","url":"https:\/\/chidorivintage.com\/en-ca\/products\/japanese-clay-bell-dorei-hime-daruma-vtg-tsuchi-suzu-basho-poem-white-dr691","provider":"chidorivintage.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}