A carved sea bream used as a doorbell from the Edo to Meiji periods - Schnitzerei Holz, Glückverheißende Seebrasse aus Holz geschnitzt - Japan - Meiji Periode (1868-1912)

From the Edo period through to the Meiji period, fish boards were displayed at entrances. They played the role of what we would call a modern doorbell. They are said to be the origin of the mokugyo used in temples, and when you strike the circular part in the center, it makes a "clang clang" sound.
It dates from the Edo to Meiji periods, about 100 to 200 years ago.
It is finished with a lacquering technique called Negoro lacquer, which gives the body a red gradation.
It also has distinctive teeth and a very unique face.

Sea bream is beautiful to look at, and as its name, tai, means "auspicious," it is considered an auspicious fish in Japan, and has been used frequently in celebratory dishes since ancient times. It is also often used in Japan as an analogy for big profits and great treasures.

Negoro-nuri 根来塗 is a type of Japanese painting technique, and is lacquerware that is painted with vermilion lacquer over a base coat of black lacquer. The name comes from Negoro-ji Temple in Wakayama Prefecture.
Generally, with old vermilion lacquerware, the vermilion lacquer on the surface has worn away, exposing the black lacquer that was applied as a base coat in places, often creating a pattern.
Items that are finished with black lacquer without a coat of vermilion lacquer are sometimes called "kuro negoro," and the opposite is sometimes called "aka negoro."

Width 38.5 cm
Depth 9.5 cm
Height 20.7 cm
Weight 2400 g

Condition:
The condition is generally good. There are no noticeable damages such as cracks. There are small scratches, stains, scuffs, peeling, etc. We have posted many photos, so please take a look.

Atention:
The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase.

Shipping:
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan.
We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number.
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