This is a very valuable gong (dora 銅鑼, Fish-shaped gong) with bumpy. It is thought to be around 100-150 years old. I have seen many gongs, but a fish-shaped gong is extremely rare. A gong (dora) is a Japanese percussion instrument that produces sound by striking a bronze or brass disc with a drumstick. It is used in a variety of situations, including Buddhist memorial services, the music for folk performing arts, background music for kabuki, and as a signal to set sail. It originated as a percussion instrument used by the southern peoples of ancient Java and Sumatra, and is said to have been introduced to Japan via China and Korea. In Japan, it has been used to signal the departure of ships and in the tea ceremony, and began to be produced in Kanazawa as the tea ceremony became more popular. Hight 24.8 cm Wide 33.3 cm Depth 1.5 cm Weight 1580 g Condition: The overall condition is generally good. There are signs of wear such as dullness, scratches, fading, dirt, and scuffs due to aging. It was stored at home for a long time. 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. Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding. 011522060119