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Catalogue N°:
64
Title:
Cockerel
Description:
A cockerel with hen and chick on a daiko (drum). It is a symbol of peace. According to an old story, a drum was kept in front of the main palace gate to call together the soldiers in case of emergency, in years of peace it became a favourite roost of fowls. All details are elaborately carved.
