Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Ohinasama Princess Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Purple Red DR668 prayer beads Left compartment: 12

Left compartment: 12

This two-panel kashigata mold is carved with the design of three large plum blossoms (ume)

Some damage on the spine

as well as a little chidori bird and some kanji

Japanese Clay Bell Dorei Ohinasama Princess Vtg Tsuchi-Suzu Purple Red DR668 prayer beads Left compartment: 12Vintage Japanese Clay Bell Dorei This is a vintage Japanese clay bell, Dorei or Tsuchi Suzu, in the shape of a hina doll princess in a purple and red kimono. She holds a folding fan. A popular image during the Hina Doll Festival (also known as Girls' Day), in the full display, the princess is accompanied by a prince along with servants, court members, and various dowry goods such as furniture. There is a small clay ball inside and a white string