Big clay bell - Japanese moutain spirit karasu tengu bird shaped like a traditional abacus

shaped like a traditional abacus

with a printed decoration depicting orange flowers

The dragons are decorated with semi transparent teal glaze

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Big clay bell - Japanese moutain spirit karasu tengu bird shaped like a traditional abacusA rather heavy clay bell in a shape of a Tengu a type of winged mountain guardian, said to be a fierce warrior. This one is a unique variety, called karasu tengu instead of the characteristic long nose, it has a crow beak. The surface is painted in vivid orange, with black and blue accents. It has a short ribbon handle attached. It is in a poor state due to its age, but can be easily replaced if needed. Inscribed on the back, the two ideograms for