Vintage Japanese Zodiac Animal Rat Small Ceramic Bell 2” Modern art White and dark blue liner

White and dark blue liner

It has a very unique transparent perleslent glaze over highly modeled and sandy clay

it remains invery good condition

and it is no surprise that kōgō have quite a following among collectors around the world who appreciate their diversity and

This is essentially actual size at the standard measurements of 15

Vintage Japanese Zodiac Animal Rat Small Ceramic Bell 2” Modern art White and dark blue linerClay bells (dorei) have been a part of Japanese culture for a long time bells have been found that date back to the prehistoric Jomon period in Japan (10,000 B. C. 3,000 B. C.). They were thought to be effective against evil spirits. In modern times, the small bells have become popular souvenir items and can be found for sale at temples, shrines and gift and souvenir shops. They are often given or purchased at New Years, especially bells depicting the