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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.
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Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Candle Lantern 1940's
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Japanese iron pagoda garden candle lantern.
Hand cast iron Japanese candle lantern with hearts on
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns
Materials
Iron
$700 Sale Price
20% Off
Japanese Temple Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Japanese lantern is rare and spectacular in its size and ornamental design. A true one of a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Iron
$11,500 / item
Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Japanese Monarch butterfly garden lighting lantern.
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Sun Faced Pagoda Roof Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare Japanese "Sun Face" Garden Lantern
The first we have seen of this iconic design
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Pair Sun Burst Pagoda Roof Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare Japanese Pair (2) "Sun Burst" Garden Lanterns
The first pair we have seen of this iconic
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Iron
1950's Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Outdoor Lantern
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
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Japan, a fine hand cast and unusual iron lantern in the form of a Japanese Monarch Butterfly that may be
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns
Materials
Iron