Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Tsuchi-Suzu Shishimai Lion Vtg Red Amulet DR479 fumibako Corner has some damage

Corner has some damage

Packed Weight:  300g

Silking backing

Vtg Japanese Lacquerware Place Mat

Metal inner vase inside (Unremovable)

Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Tsuchi-Suzu Shishimai Lion Vtg Red Amulet DR479 fumibako Corner has some damageVtg Japanese Clay Bell Dorei This is a vintage Japanese clay bell, Dorei or Tsuchi Suzu. The design of Shishimai. It is a shishimai shaped bell that can be used as a room decoration or an ornament. Dorei 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. The tag says Hida Shishimai Clay Bell . Red Clay ball