Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Giboshi Bridge Finial Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Green Gold DR635 akae Packed weight: 2910 g

Packed weight: 2910 g

11 cm wide x 6 cm tall

5 wide x 0

28 cm long x 18

Item weight: 1100 grams

Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Giboshi Bridge Finial Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Green Gold DR635 akae Packed weight: 2910 gVtg 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