Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Giboshi Bridge Finial Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Green Gold DR635 akae in 5 one: 5

in 5 one: 5

28 cm long x 18

Item weight: 1100 grams

Packed weight: 2910 g

5 cm long x 6 cm wide x 7 cm tall

Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Giboshi Bridge Finial Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Green Gold DR635 akae in 5 one: 5Vtg Japanese Clay Bell Dorei This is a vintage Japanese clay bell, Dorei or Tsuchi Suzu. This dorei is in the shape of a bridge fence finial called giboshi and is an iconic decoration in most traditional architecture. This one is dark green color (to mimic aged copper) and has a gold painted plaque on the front with some kanji. There is a small clay ball inside as well as an orange string tied at the top. Dorei bells have a long history and have been