{"product_id":"vintage-nogomi-dolls-set-of-2-japanese-57675","title":"Vintage Nogomi Dolls Set of 2 Japanese Boar Zodiac Clay Bells","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming set of two vintage Nogomi clay bells from Saga Prefecture, Japan, both depicting the boar from the Japanese zodiac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough they share the same animal motif, the two pieces have distinctly different forms, colors, and personalities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne has a warm earthy red body with bold painted details and decorative ties, while the other has a lighter, more natural clay-toned body with a wonderfully simplified sculptural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDisplayed together, they make a particularly expressive pair of Japanese folk objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOGOMI DOLLS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNogomi dolls are traditional folk toys made in Kashima City, Saga Prefecture, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tradition began in the years following World War II, when the dolls were created with the hope of bringing a sense of joy and warmth during a difficult period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey later became associated with Yutoku Inari Shrine and have long been appreciated as good-luck and protective folk objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNogomi dolls are handmade from clay and individually decorated with pigments, giving each piece its own character and subtle variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZODIAC BOAR BELLS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth pieces in this set represent the boar, or \"inoshishi\" (亥), one of the twelve animals of the Japanese zodiac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are traditional dorei — small clay bells that produce a gentle rattling sound when moved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir simplified animal forms, hand-painted surfaces, and compact scale give them a distinctly Japanese folk-art character while also making them wonderful small sculptural objects for a contemporary interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSIZE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed \/ earthy-colored boar:\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 8 cm \/ 3.15 in wide\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 5 cm \/ 1.97 in high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight-colored boar:\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 8 cm \/ 3.15 in wide\u003cbr\u003e\nApprox. 4 cm \/ 1.57 in high\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet: 2 pieces\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Clay\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Dorei clay bells \/ folk dolls\u003cbr\u003e\nMotif: Boar \/ Japanese zodiac\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: Saga Prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes original storage box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth pieces are unused items that have been preserved in long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey remain in remarkably clean and beautiful condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery minor signs associated with age or long-term storage may be present. Please refer carefully to the photographs for the exact condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs these are handmade folk objects, subtle irregularities in shape, surface, painting, and coloration are inherent characteristics of the pieces rather than defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photographs show the actual two-piece set you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WabiSabi Kitchen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53966310375731,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0975\/7130\/7827\/files\/Photoroom_20260901_014745.png?v=1788194897","url":"https:\/\/wabisabikitchen.net\/products\/vintage-nogomi-dolls-set-of-2-japanese-57675","provider":"WabiSabi Kitchen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}