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Japanese Hanging Lanterns

Japanese Cast Iron Nambu Owl Hanging Lantern 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylized cast iron owl sculpture from Japan. Holds one candle. Nice patina throughout. Stamped
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Iron

Pair Japanese Bronze Pagoda Temple Lanterns, Taisho Period, circa 1920, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
An elegant pair of Japanese cast and lacquered bronze pagoda lanterns, Taisho Period, circa 1920
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Vintage 1920s Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Bronze

Wrought Iron 5 Japanese Lanterns Chandelier
Located in Stamford, CT
Wrought iron chandelier with five hanging Japanese style lanterns. Lanterns are milk glass with
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Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wrought Iron

Japan Fine Antique Bronze Birds & Dragonflies Lantern, Lovely Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions Birds and dragonflies A rare bronze 90 year old lantern
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Rare Oversized Owl Garden Candle Lantern with Antique Chain
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-992 Rare tall Japanese owl garden candle lantern supplied with antique chain for hanging.
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Mid-20th Century Garden Ornaments

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Iron

21 Century Steel Armature Japanese Paper Lantern Intersect by Andrew Stansell
By Andrew Stansell
Located in Chicago, IL
Light fixture - Japanese Paper lantern by Andrew Stansell, INTERSECT Can be used as a table top
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Paper

One-of-a-Kind Hanging Lantern-style Lamp in Silk Organza, Rope and Raw Stone
By Rafael Prieto
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind, lantern-like hanging lamp composed of silk organza stretched over a hexagonal steel
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stone, Wire

Japanese Tansu Style Wooden Crate Cage Chandeliers
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fascinating pair of Japanese wooden crates or cages made in a Tansu style with iron strapping. The
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Iron

Japanese Meiji Terracotta Wall Plaque Vantines Oriental Store New York
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
attacked within a mountainous landscape, his lantern and hat lying overturned on the ground. With hanging
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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

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Terracotta

Antique Austro-Hungarian Silver and Enamel Cigarette / Card Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
traditional Japanese lanterns hanging from tree branches overhead. The sides of this cigarette case and
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20th Century Slovenian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

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Silver, Enamel

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Secretary in Rosewood of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This secretary, crafted in rosewood and showcasing Danish design from the 1960s, epitomizes both functionality and aesthetic appeal. With its sleek lines and rich wood grain, it exu...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

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Rosewood

Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Taxidermy

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Other

Murano Hand Blown Chartreuse Green Glass Chandelier, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Murano hand blown studio glass chandelier. All different shaped chartreuse green discs with white details, rigadin technique Brass plated structure with 24 exposed brass regular soc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Brass

1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in New York, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Walnut

Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Textile, Wood

Japan Large Old 18 Inch Bronze Lantern with Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
Only One left in this large size, 18 inches high. Japan, a fine large vintage hand cast bronze Yukimi round top lantern with beautiful details from the middle Showa period. The st...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments

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Bronze

Rare Oriental Style Chinese Pagoda Shape Arts & Crafts Brass Pendant or Lantern
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind, early 1900s Arts and Crafts light fixture. This antique and extraordinary pendant is another one of our recent, great finds. If you are decorating a room with an orie...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns

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Brass

Japan Complete Antique Five Bells Set Red Birds And Flowers, Beautiful Sound
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful resonant chiming sound guaranteed to please you From Japan, a lovely and unusual early 20th century attached collection of five graduated large to small scale bronze templ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Oxbend Bench, Entryway Seat in Walnut Wood by Fernweh Woodworking
By Fernweh Woodworking
Located in Bend, OR
This entryway bench, designed by Justin Nelson for Fernweh Woodworking, evolved out of the Oxbend dining chair, leading also to a matching bar stool. The Oxbend Collection was born f...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Walnut

Pair of French Art Nouveau Antique Leather Doors
By C. Desse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th century French leather doors with applied leather and stud motif. Leather has been completely reconditioned and has beautiful patina. Signed C. Desse. - France Would be a great ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Art

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Leather

Japanese Big Pair Iris and Flower Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
A decorative and functional hard to find pair (2) of handsome old "Iris and Flowers" garden lanterns in a convenient portable size. These rugged hand cast lanterns hand painted i...
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20th Century Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Zigzag Sun and Crags
By Alexander Calder
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A painting by Alexander Calder. "Zigzag Sun and Crags" is a Post-War abstract painting, gouache and ink on paper in bold colors of reds, blacks, and blues by artist Alexander Calder....
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Mid-20th Century Post-War Abstract Paintings

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Ink, Gouache

Chinese Export Four Panel Coromandel Screen Pastel Beauties
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous Chinese export four-panel coromandel screen featuring a courtyard scene of beauties engaged in leisurely activities. The lacquered panels are incised and painted in soft pas...
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Paintings and Screens

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Brass

Japanese Rare Old Pair Tall Trellis Flower Garden Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Handsome examples- first of this design we have seen. Fine quality with original rustic garden patina. A special and unique matching pair of tallest old "trellis" design lanter...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

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Iron

Japanese Rare Old Pair Tall Trellis Flower Garden Lanterns
Japanese Rare Old Pair Tall Trellis Flower Garden Lanterns
1 bid
No Reserve
H 13 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in
Old Mission Arts & Crafts Antique Iron Ceiling Pendant Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Beautiful antique hand wrought Mission Arts & Crafts iron ceiling pendant lantern made of hand cast iron and with its original 5.25 inch top diameter conical brass ceiling mount. ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Lanterns

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Iron, Wire, Brass

Japanese Vintage Dragonfly Lantern With Monkey Suspension Hooks
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions in original condition Japan, an attractive and sturdy lantern, with a seldom seen double winged "Dragonfly" motif on all four sides of the fire...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

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Hanging Japanese Copper Lantern
Located in Seattle, WA
A massive Japanese hanging copper lantern with partial gilt leaf. The hexagonal lantern with
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Lanterns

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Bronze

20th Century Japanese Brass Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Early 20th century Japanese pierced brass lotus form hanging lantern.
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Early 20th Century Japanese Lanterns

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Brass

Massive Japanese Bronze Temple Lantern
Located in Seattle, WA
Massive Japanese gilt bronze hanging temple lantern. The square shaped lantern with etched surface
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns

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Metal

Japanese Garden Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A vintage cast iron Japanese garden lantern with chain and hook for hanging.
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Metalwork

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Iron

Rare and Unusual Higgins Glass Hanging Fixture
By Michael and Frances Higgins
Located in Chicago, IL
traditional Japanese lantern form. All original and vintage, the housing uses a standard bulb and the lamp
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Vintage 1960s American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Large Pierced Karakusa Brass Japanese Asian Ceiling Pendant Light
Located in Dallas, TX
handcrafted items for Post War Japan and are based on traditional lanterns crafted for Buddhist temples.
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Turbo, White Pendant by Louis Weisdorf, Lyfa, 1965, Vintage Edition
By Louis Weisdorf, Lyfa
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Japanese rice-paper lanterns and their expression of lightness - but in my personal opinion the shape
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Aluminum

Japanese Brass Hanging Lantern
Located in Essex, MA
With ring finial and pagoda top with chrysanthemum rosettes, open grillwork lantern area, four
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Antique 1870s Japanese Meiji Lanterns

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Brass

Japanese Gilt Bronze Hanging Lantern
Located in Hollywood, SC
Japanese Pagoda gilt bronze hanging lantern with filligree, hand chase work, and floral motif
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns

Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern /Traditional Lighting/"Version
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japan. This hanging lantern is filled with auspicious designs. It's also very nice to just hang it
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

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Bronze

Old Japanese Copper Hanging Lantern / Showa Period / Gorgeous Temple Lighting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A copper hanging lantern made in the Showa period in Japan. Lanterns are lighting fixtures
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20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

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Copper

Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern /Traditional Lighting/"Version 1"
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a bronze cast lantern made in the middle of the Showa period in Japan. You can see that it
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

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Bronze

Danish Hanging Lantern
Located in Stamford, CT
Japanese lantern style white glass hanging light with wood fittings.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Lanterns

Danish Hanging Lantern
Danish Hanging Lantern
H 17 in D 12 in
Antique Iron Japanese Garden Lantern
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A pierced, heavy cast iron Japanese lantern on three feet with a ring for hanging. Good traditional
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Rustic Lanterns

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Iron

Japanese Big Old Bronze Boat Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hard to find old large scale bronze boat hanging lantern- bursting brilliant night light in all
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Bronze

Japanese Pagoda Lantern with Gilt Cicada Ornament
Located in Essex, MA
A Japanese wrought iron lantern of pagoda form, the circular hanging ring loop decorated with a
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Lanterns

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Wrought Iron

Japanese Antique Signed "Harvest Moon Tsukimi" Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
desirable and special Japanese lantern created for rugged outdoor use and your flexible display. The 88
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Bronze, Iron

Japanese Big Antique Red Bronze "Full Moon" Lantern Planter
Located in South Burlington, VT
band" incisions. This lantern is a desirable and special Japanese lantern created with a unique cloud
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Bronze

Japan Fine Antique Cast Bronze "Pagoda Roof" Lantern Dragons & Pendant Lights
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese stone lanterns. Japan’s stone lantern tradition is a concept that was imported from India and has
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Bronze

Japanese Old Big Red Bronze "Full Moon" Lantern Planter and Chain
Located in South Burlington, VT
From Japan comes this big beautiful old vintage and hand cast "full moon" lantern or ikebana vase in a
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Bronze, Iron

Rare Japanese Bronze circa 1930 Hanging Lantern Decorated with Floral Scenes
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare solid bronze Japanese hanging lantern A good
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Modern Metalwork

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Bronze

Japan Rare Pair Hanging Robin Birds Garden Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions First pair of "swingers" we have seen in this hanging
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Antique Hanging Stoneware Lantern One-of-a-Kind Takayama Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
seldom seen oval form hand formed hanging stoneware lantern crafted in -Shino-yaki- style and kiln. It
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Pottery

Japanese Antique Hanging Lantern Type Glass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lighting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We have an aesthetic sense peculiar to Japanese people. And we introduce the unique items that
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Taisho Chandeliers and Pendants

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Copper

Japanese Unique Antique "Lucky Money" Lantern & Windchime
Located in South Burlington, VT
is a quality hand cast iron hanging lantern with a rare "Lucky Money Coins" motif design of early
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japan Antique "Full Moon" Lantern with Antique Suspension Chain
Located in South Burlington, VT
pounded finish. This lantern is a desirable and special Japanese lantern created for rugged outdoor use
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze, Iron

Japanese Large "Mountain Lantern" and Wind Chime, Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
A first of its kind. Japan, a handsome and unusual hand cast ringing lantern plus wind chime in
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Large "Mountain Lantern" and Wind Chime, Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
A first of its kind. Japan, a handsome and unusual hand cast ringing lantern plus wind chime in
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japan Tea House Bronze Birds & Dragonflies Garden Lantern, 100 Yrs Old
Located in South Burlington, VT
seen in over ten years of handling hundreds of Japanese lanterns. In addition to its unique shape, it
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Antique Pair Fine Bronze Pendant Lantern Light Fixtures Immediate Use
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare find Japan, a handsome high quality pair of tall bronze and copper lantern form Light
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze, Copper

Oval "Akari" Hanging Lamp by Isamu Noguchi for Akari, Japan, circa 1950
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Isamu Noguchi visited the Japanese town of Gifu, know for its manufacture of lanterns and umbrellas from
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Japanese Antique Hand Forged Iron Suspension Chain, Rare
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions travels For displaying/hanging a special accessory such as
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Hand Cast Bronze Bell Rings Beautifully
Located in South Burlington, VT
been dealing in authentic Japanese and Chinese Fine art, antiquities, garden ornaments, lanterns and
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork

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Bronze

Miyao Eisuke Bronze Okimono. Japan, C. 1900. Meiji Period
By Eisuke Miyao 1
Located in Gargrave, North Yorkshire
Japanese gilt bronze figure by Miyao Eisuke of Yokohama, c. 1900, Meiji Period.’The Lantern Hanger
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Metalwork

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Bronze

Japan Chrysanthemum Stone Planter Water Basin, perfect size
Located in South Burlington, VT
FEBRUARY SALE - NOW SAVE 25% AND MORE Japan, a visually attractive antique Stone chrysanthemum
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Furniture

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Granite

Japanese Old Hand Cast Temple Bell Resonates Beautiful Serene Sound
Located in South Burlington, VT
. We have been dealing in authentic Japanese antique garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for
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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japan Hand-Carved Stone Water Basin/Planter Art Deco Treasure
Located in South Burlington, VT
For your special garden Japan, a one-of-a-kind visually attractive classic stone garden planter
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Furniture

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Granite

Japan Antique Hand-Carved Stone Chrysanthemum Petals Water or Plant Basin
Located in South Burlington, VT
gallery has been dealing in authentic Japanese , Chinese, and fine Asian art, garden ornaments, lanterns
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Furniture

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Granite

Japanese Hand-Carved Wood Koi Good Fortune Fish Sculpture Signed, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
A fine old Japanese 19th century hand-carved wooden KOI fish symbolic of prosperity, perseverance
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Hand-Carved Wood KOI Good Fortune Fish Sculpture, 19thc FREE SHIP
Located in South Burlington, VT
A fine old Japanese 19th century hand-carved wooden KOI fish symbolic of prosperity, perseverance
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Wood

Japanese Antique Cast Bronze Temple Bell With "Bird and Moon" Motif Triple Signd
Located in South Burlington, VT
been dealing in authentic Japanese , Chinese, and fine Asian art, garden ornaments, lanterns and water
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Japanese Antique Hand Cast Gilt Bronze Bell Rings Beautifully 19c Beautiful Tone
Located in South Burlington, VT
from Japan! This is a superb antique solid bronze casting of a wonderful medium to large-scale temple
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

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Bronze

Fine Japanese Antique Classic Hand carved Stone Garden Planter Water Basin, 29"h
Located in South Burlington, VT
. Quintessential Japanese planter form ready for your flowers, hanging vines, or superb water features. Please see
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Planters and Jardinieres

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Granite

China Antique Stone "Tear Drop" Planter Water Basin
Located in South Burlington, VT
gardens. Quintessential Japanese planter form ready for your flowers, hanging vines, or superb water
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres

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Limestone

Japanese Bronze Hanging Lantern/ Bronze Lamp / Antique Casting Lantern
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
for hanging. vintage chain. This item is in very good condition. It is recommended. Lantern
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Bronze

Japanese Copper Antique Hanging Lantern /Ceiling Hanging Lighting/1900-1940
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Lighting made from the Taisho era to the early Showa period in Japan. A simple and timeless design
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Copper

Japanese Antique Hanging Lantern/Casting Brass with Cherry Blossom
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a cast brass lantern made in Japan from the Taisho period to the early Showa period (1900
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Brass

Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern /Traditional Lighting/"type B"
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japan. This hanging lantern is filled with auspicious designs. It's also very nice to just hang it with
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

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Bronze

Japanese Old Bronze Cast Hanging Lanterns / 20th Century / Traditional Lighting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is a hanging lantern made of bronze casting from the Taisho era to the middle of the Showa era
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Bronze

Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern /Traditional Lighting/"type A"
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a bronze cast lantern made in the middle of the Showa period in Japan. You can see that it
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

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Bronze

Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern 'No.2' /Traditional Lighting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a bronze cast lantern made in the middle of the Showa period in Japan. You can see that it
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

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Bronze

Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern 'No.1' /Traditional Lighting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a bronze cast lantern made in the middle of the Showa period in Japan. You can see that it
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

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Bronze

Isamu Noguchi Hanging Lantern
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Buffalo, NY
paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form. Handmade washi paper and
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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

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Metal

Isamu Noguchi Hanging Lantern
Isamu Noguchi Hanging Lantern
H 72 in W 18 in D 18 in
Japanese Copper Antique Hanging Lantern/Pendant Light with Ceiling, 1900-1920
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Lighting made from the Taisho era to the early Showa period in Japan. This is an unusual shape
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Copper

Japanese Lantern in Tole, 19th Century
Located in Doylestown, PA
A 19th century Japanese tole hanging lantern, pagoda form, with cicada on handle.
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns

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Tôle

Japanese Garden Two Frog Lighting Lantern /Sculptures
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-792 pair Japanese garden frog lanterns /ornaments One frog hanging from decorative bracket the
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Lanterns

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Iron

Japanese Red Bronze Crescent Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
From Japan comes this beautiful hand cast and superb red patina bronze crescent form hanging flower
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

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Bronze

Japanese Red Bronze  Crescent Lighting Lantern
Japanese Red Bronze  Crescent Lighting Lantern
No Reserve
H 25 in W 6 in D 2 in
Japan Exquisite Vintage Dragon Lantern Newly Electrified
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a finely detailed old "dragon" lantern with exquisite details- newly electrified with an 8
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20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

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Copper

Japanese Antique Signed "Flying Bird" Harvest Moon Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
pounded finish. This lantern is a desirable and special Japanese lantern created for rugged outdoor use
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Bronze, Iron

Japanese Double Pagoda Oversized Mountain Garden Lantern '2 Available'
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-846ab Japanese large double pagoda mountain garden lantern Measures: Supplied with 30" chain for
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Lanterns

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Iron

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Japanese Hanging Lanterns For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of Japanese hanging lanterns available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and iron, all Japanese hanging lanterns available were constructed with great care. Japanese hanging lanterns have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Japanese hanging lanterns made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made Japanese hanging lanterns over the years, but those made by Isamu Noguchi are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Japanese Hanging Lanterns?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,450, while they’re typically $148 on the low end and $18,000 highest priced.
Questions About Japanese Hanging Lanterns
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A cherished part of Japanese culture, Japanese lanterns symbolize love, brightness and most important of all - protection from evil. Find a collection of expertly vetted Japanese lanterns from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese lanterns are often made of paper or silk, with a bamboo wood frame. Traditionally a candle supplied the light, but many of them today are either battery or solar operated. Shop a collection of Japanese lanterns from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To hang a Japanese wall scroll, first install a nail or hook in the wall. Then, hold the screen in your non-dominant hand and use a forked bamboo stick or similar implement to grip the string attached to the top. Using the stick, lift the scroll onto the hook. Then, slowly unroll the scroll. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Japanese wall scrolls.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The various types of Japanese lanterns have different purposes and meanings. Chōchin refers to the traditional paper-covered lanterns which are designed to hang from a hook or pole. Tsuridourou are oil lanterns that hang from the ceiling, and are usually only seen in temples. Ishidourou are made of granite and can be found in gardens and temples, and are only used in special celebrations. You’ll find a collection of Japanese lanterns from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.