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1940s Japanese Iron Pagoda Candle Lantern, Hand-Crafted Japonisme
1940s Japanese Iron Pagoda Candle Lantern, Hand-Crafted Japonisme

1940s Japanese Iron Pagoda Candle Lantern, Hand-Crafted Japonisme

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Japanese iron pagoda garden candle lantern. Hand cast iron Japanese candle lantern with hearts on

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Lighting Lantern
Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Lighting Lantern

Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Lighting Lantern

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

Japanese Monarch butterfly garden lighting lantern.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Sun Faced Pagoda Roof Lantern
Japanese Antique Sun Faced Pagoda Roof Lantern

Japanese Antique Sun Faced Pagoda Roof Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare Japanese "Sun Face" Garden Lantern Iconic design.......... This beautifully hand-cast

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japan Vintage Butterflies Lantern, Brilliant Intricate Design
Japan Vintage Butterflies Lantern, Brilliant Intricate Design

Japan Vintage Butterflies Lantern, Brilliant Intricate Design

Located in South Burlington, VT

"Butterfly" motif tea garden lantern is a charming example of the best Japanese design and crasftsmanship. In

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

1950's Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Outdoor Lantern
1950's Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Outdoor Lantern

1950's Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Outdoor Lantern

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

. Japan, a fine hand cast and unusual iron lantern in the form of a Japanese Monarch Butterfly that may be

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japan Early Ikebana Planter Garden Cart with Children, Meiji Period
Japan Early Ikebana Planter Garden Cart with Children, Meiji Period

Japan Early Ikebana Planter Garden Cart with Children, Meiji Period

Located in South Burlington, VT

A rare 19th century hard to find Japanese Usubata Flower Planter Cart "Norimono", Late Meiji

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antiques Iron lantern
Japanese Antiques Iron lantern

Japanese Antiques Iron lantern

$1,600

H 14.18 in Dm 22.05 in

Japanese Antiques Iron lantern

Located in Niiza, JP

Iron Andon Lantern Material: Iron Size: φ560×360mm 1.5kg Old iron andon It is a kind of standing

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antiques Iron lantern
Japanese Antiques Iron lantern

Japanese Antiques Iron lantern

$670

H 13.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Japanese Antiques Iron lantern

Located in Niiza, JP

large items, please request a quote from 1stdibs via "Shipping & Returns Ships from Japan: Rates vary

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20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Lantern
Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Lantern

Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Lantern

$2,950

H 20.5 in Dm 8.75 in

Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Lantern

Located in New York, NY

Midcentury Japanese cast iron pagoda lantern with lattice fret work hinged door. Bird and bamboo

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork

Materials

Iron

F7 Old Japanese Art Iron Lantern - Fire Prevention
F7 Old Japanese Art Iron Lantern - Fire Prevention

F7 Old Japanese Art Iron Lantern - Fire Prevention

$1,700

H 21.26 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

F7 Old Japanese Art Iron Lantern - Fire Prevention

Located in Niiza, JP

φ300×540㎜ Estimate packing size: φ430×710㎜ 10㎏ This iron lantern, used with a candle inside

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20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern
Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern

Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern

$300Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.5 in Dm 9.5 in

Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage distressed cast iron Japanese pagoda lantern, circa 1950s. The lantern has a great

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antiques iron paulownia design crest lantern lamp Toro
Japanese Antiques iron paulownia design crest lantern lamp Toro

Japanese Antiques iron paulownia design crest lantern lamp Toro

Located in Niiza, JP

φ170× 400(H) [mm] 2kg Antique iron lantern with a beautiful antique feel. Two sides are carefully

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Owl Garden Lantern, Japan, Mid 20th Century
Cast Iron Owl Garden Lantern, Japan, Mid 20th Century

Cast Iron Owl Garden Lantern, Japan, Mid 20th Century

Located in London, GB

A delightful, whimsical and rare cast iron Japanese garden lantern in the shape of an owl, made in

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Vintage Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Old Vintage Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Old Vintage Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

(2) of quality vintage iron Halloween happy Jack-O-Lanterns with their friendly bi-faced designs and

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Classic Pagoda Roof Lantern
Japanese Antique Classic Pagoda Roof Lantern

Japanese Antique Classic Pagoda Roof Lantern

$600Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.5 in W 9 in D 9 in

Japanese Antique Classic Pagoda Roof Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Classic Japanese Garden Lantern This beautifully hand-cast lantern sculpture in a classic

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Lucky Horse Shoe Lighting Lantern
Japanese Lucky Horse Shoe Lighting Lantern

Japanese Lucky Horse Shoe Lighting Lantern

$236Sale Price|75% Off

H 11.5 in W 6 in D 6 in

Japanese Lucky Horse Shoe Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Brilliant Art Deco designed 1930s-1940s "Lucky Horse Shoe " Lantern Japanese handsome hand

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Pair Double Pagoda Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Antique Pair Double Pagoda Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Antique Pair Double Pagoda Lighting Lanterns

$512Sale Price / set|46% Off

H 10 in Dm 6.5 in

Japanese Antique Pair Double Pagoda Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

Hard to find Pair (2) "double pagoda roof" form garden lanterns Japan, an attractive and sturdy

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japanese lantern in cast iron decorated with colourfull enameled champleve.
Japanese lantern in cast iron decorated with colourfull enameled champleve.

Japanese lantern in cast iron decorated with colourfull enameled champleve.

Located in PARIS, FR

Tall hexagonal lantern in bronze with a blue, red and green enamel openwork with stylized lotus

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Early 20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Japan Tall Round Garden Lantern Beautiful Orchid Flowers
Japan Tall Round Garden Lantern Beautiful Orchid Flowers

Japan Tall Round Garden Lantern Beautiful Orchid Flowers

$360Sale Price|54% Off

H 15 in Dm 11 in

Japan Tall Round Garden Lantern Beautiful Orchid Flowers

Located in South Burlington, VT

. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a traditional lantern made of stone, wood

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Set Two Antique Orb Lanterns, Rare Find
Japan Set Two Antique Orb Lanterns, Rare Find

Japan Set Two Antique Orb Lanterns, Rare Find

$536Sale Price / set|28% Off

H 9 in Dm 9 in

Japan Set Two Antique Orb Lanterns, Rare Find

Located in South Burlington, VT

Unusual Opportunity Hard to find set of two (2) matching modernist round orb lanterns. Japan, a

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Japanese Colorful Hand Painted Rooster Garden lighting Lantern
Japanese Colorful Hand Painted Rooster Garden lighting Lantern

Japanese Colorful Hand Painted Rooster Garden lighting Lantern

$350Sale Price|76% Off

H 10 in W 8 in D 5.5 in

Japanese Colorful Hand Painted Rooster Garden lighting Lantern

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

Japanese hand crafted and painted rooster garden lighting lantern decorative sculpture

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Vintage 1950’s Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Outdoor Lantern
Vintage 1950’s Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Outdoor Lantern

Vintage 1950’s Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Outdoor Lantern

Located in New Orleans, LA

A vintage Japanese cast iron butterfly lantern will add some whimsy to your garden. Japan is known

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japan Pair Tall Beautiful Garden Lanterns With Lovely Iris Flowers
Japan Pair Tall Beautiful Garden Lanterns With Lovely Iris Flowers

Japan Pair Tall Beautiful Garden Lanterns With Lovely Iris Flowers

$600Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 15 in Dm 11 in

Japan Pair Tall Beautiful Garden Lanterns With Lovely Iris Flowers

Located in South Burlington, VT

Association History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a traditional lantern made of stone

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Large Hand Cast Prize Holstein Cow Lantern, Rare Find
Japanese Large Hand Cast Prize Holstein Cow Lantern, Rare Find

Japanese Large Hand Cast Prize Holstein Cow Lantern, Rare Find

$600Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.5 in W 17.5 in D 7 in

Japanese Large Hand Cast Prize Holstein Cow Lantern, Rare Find

Located in South Burlington, VT

scarcer style authentic lantern from old Japan. Only one. Provenance: Old American collection. Lifetime

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Big Pair Orchid and Flower Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Big Pair Orchid and Flower Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Big Pair Orchid and Flower Lighting Lanterns

$1,200Sale Price / set|35% Off

H 15 in Dm 13 in

Japanese Big Pair Orchid and Flower Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

with our lifetime authenticity guarantee. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is

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20th Century Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Pair Pineapple Hand Painted Garden Candle Lanterns
Japanese Antique Pair Pineapple Hand Painted Garden Candle Lanterns

Japanese Antique Pair Pineapple Hand Painted Garden Candle Lanterns

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

3-980 Japanese antique pair hand painted pineapple garden candle lanterns

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Early 20th Century Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japanese Rare Oversized Owl Garden Candle Lantern with Antique Chain
Japanese Rare Oversized Owl Garden Candle Lantern with Antique Chain

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

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Art Nouveau Style Butterfly and Flowers Garden Candle Lanterns
Japanese Pair Art Nouveau Style Butterfly and Flowers Garden Candle Lanterns

Japanese Pair Art Nouveau Style Butterfly and Flowers Garden Candle Lanterns

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

3-981 Pair Japanese butterfly and flowers garden candle lanterns. Can be purchased individually for

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Early 20th Century Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Tall Massive Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red and White
Tall Massive Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red and White

Tall Massive Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red and White

Located in South Burlington, VT

authenticity. We are members of NAJGA North American Japanese Garden Association. History of Japanese lanterns

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Tall Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red, White, and Blue
Tall Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red, White, and Blue

Tall Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red, White, and Blue

Located in South Burlington, VT

NAJGA North American Japanese Garden Association. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

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Japanese Garden Lantern
Japanese Garden Lantern

Japanese Garden Lantern

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H 8 in Dm 9 in

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

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Candle Lantern
Japanese Iron Candle Lantern

Japanese Iron Candle Lantern

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H 8.5 in Dm 7 in

Japanese Iron Candle Lantern

Located in Rochester, NY

A great looking Japanese iron lantern in nicely aged original blackened surface. Ring handled

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Antique Iron Japanese Garden Lantern
Antique Iron Japanese Garden Lantern

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

Materials

Iron

Japanese Temple Lantern
Japanese Temple Lantern

Japanese Temple Lantern

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H 35 in Dm 28 in

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

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Iron

Japanese Antique Pineapple Welcoming  Garden Lantern
Japanese Antique Pineapple Welcoming  Garden Lantern

Japanese Antique Pineapple Welcoming Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

. Japan, this handsome quality old "Pineapple" motif tea garden lantern is the first of it's kind we have

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Pair Sun Burst Pagoda Roof Lanterns
Japanese Antique Pair Sun Burst Pagoda Roof Lanterns

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

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japan Old Flower Garden Lighting Lantern Butterflies Galore
Japan Old Flower Garden Lighting Lantern Butterflies Galore

Japan Old Flower Garden Lighting Lantern Butterflies Galore

Located in South Burlington, VT

lifetime authenticity guarantee. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a

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20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Small Antique Natural Tree Trunk Garden Lantern
Japanese Small Antique Natural Tree Trunk Garden Lantern

Japanese Small Antique Natural Tree Trunk Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

. An early smaller scale and hard to find Japanese antique natural rustic "tree trunk" form lantern

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japan Old Pair "Butterfly" Flower Garden Lighting Lanterns
Japan Old Pair "Butterfly" Flower Garden Lighting Lanterns

Japan Old Pair "Butterfly" Flower Garden Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

photo) Japan, these handsome heavy hand cast quality old "Butterfly" motif tea garden lanterns are

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20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Signed "Harvest Moon Tsukimi" Lighting Lantern
Japanese Antique Signed "Harvest Moon Tsukimi" Lighting Lantern

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

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Japan Rare  "Old Brick Water Well" Flower Garden Lantern
Japan Rare  "Old Brick Water Well" Flower Garden Lantern

Japan Rare "Old Brick Water Well" Flower Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

lifetime authenticity guarantee. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a

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20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Fine Antique "Tree" Tea Garden Lantern, Natural & Early Form
Japanese Fine Antique "Tree" Tea Garden Lantern, Natural & Early Form

Japanese Fine Antique "Tree" Tea Garden Lantern, Natural & Early Form

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a harder to find antique natural "Tree" form lantern, "Koboku-Toro" with fine handcrafted

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japan Original  Hand Painted Pineapple Holiday Welcome Lighting Lantern, Mint
Japan Original  Hand Painted Pineapple Holiday Welcome Lighting Lantern, Mint

Japan Original Hand Painted Pineapple Holiday Welcome Lighting Lantern, Mint

Located in South Burlington, VT

Old Pineapple design. Japan, this handsome quality old "Pineapple" motif tea garden lantern is the

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Big Red Bronze "Full Moon" Lantern Planter and Chain
Japanese Old Big Red Bronze "Full Moon" Lantern Planter and Chain

Japanese Old Big Red Bronze "Full Moon" Lantern Planter and Chain

Located in South Burlington, VT

A pleasing red bronze vase including 68" antique iron chain, from our recent Japanese acquisitions

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern
Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern

Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage distressed cast iron Japanese pagoda lantern, circa 1950s. The lantern has a great

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Japanese Cat Antique Lantern
Japanese Cat Antique Lantern

Japanese Cat Antique Lantern

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H 9.5 in W 7 in D 6 in

Japanese Cat Antique Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

A charming Japanese cat antique lantern hand cast and crafted in black iron with removable base for

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Fine Old Lantern
Japanese Fine Old Lantern

Japanese Fine Old Lantern

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H 12 in W 11 in D 11 in

Japanese Fine Old Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an unusual and handsome large handcrafted iron lantern with unusually simple lines and fine

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Dragonfly Lantern
Japanese Antique Dragonfly Lantern

Japanese Antique Dragonfly Lantern

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H 11 in W 7 in D 7 in

Japanese Antique Dragonfly Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

an attractive scarcer style authentic old lantern from old Japan. Quality: Good heavy

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Antique Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Antique Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

iron halloween Jack-O-Lanterns with their bi-faced design and flying bat toppers, (two charming faces

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Rare "Eagle" Lighting Lantern
Japanese Rare "Eagle" Lighting Lantern

Japanese Rare "Eagle" Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Unusual find- A First Japan, this handsome quality old "Eagle" motif tea lantern is the first

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old "Turtle" Garden Lantern
Japanese Old "Turtle" Garden Lantern

Japanese Old "Turtle" Garden Lantern

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H 7 in W 11.5 in D 5.5 in

Japanese Old "Turtle" Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a traditional lantern made of stone, wood

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Blue Garden Lantern
Japanese Old Blue Garden Lantern

Japanese Old Blue Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Old Blue Timbered Roof Tree Lantern, lucky bamboo design An early hard to find Japanese natural

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Japanese Rare Old "Owl" Lighting Lantern
Japanese Rare Old "Owl" Lighting Lantern

Japanese Rare Old "Owl" Lighting Lantern

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H 11 in W 6.5 in L 11 in

Japanese Rare Old "Owl" Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

tea lantern is a good find and an authentic old work of art. Signed "Japan" on bottom, it dates to

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Lovely Old Grapes Garden Lantern
Japanese Lovely Old Grapes Garden Lantern

Japanese Lovely Old Grapes Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Guarantee. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a traditional lantern made

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Hand Cast Bird Lantern
Japanese Old Hand Cast Bird Lantern

Japanese Old Hand Cast Bird Lantern

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H 12 in Dm 8 in L 12 in

Japanese Old Hand Cast Bird Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

and attractive and sturdy antique lantern with a stately BIG BIRD motif. Found from a Japanese

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Vintage Heart Roof Garden Lighting Lantern, Signed Japan
Japanese Vintage Heart Roof Garden Lighting Lantern, Signed Japan

Japanese Vintage Heart Roof Garden Lighting Lantern, Signed Japan

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare Japanese "Signed " lantern- first we've seen Japan, a handsome old vintage Heart Roof tea

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old "Butterfly" Flower Garden Lantern
Japanese Old "Butterfly" Flower Garden Lantern

Japanese Old "Butterfly" Flower Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

art come with our lifetime authenticity guarantee.  History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a

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20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Vintage Mountain House Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Pair Vintage Mountain House Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Pair Vintage Mountain House Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

A beautiful pair (2) of heavily hand cast iron lanterns of simple but compelling Japanese mountain

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Big Antique "Snow flake & Star"  Lantern
Japanese Big Antique "Snow flake & Star"  Lantern

Japanese Big Antique "Snow flake & Star" Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

A best find from our recent Japanese Acquisition Travels Bir bell shaped lantern cast in an

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Unique Antique "Lucky Money" Lantern & Windchime
Japanese Unique Antique "Lucky Money" Lantern & Windchime

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

Materials

Iron

Japan Antique Orb Lantern, rare find
Japan Antique Orb Lantern, rare find

Japan Antique Orb Lantern, rare find

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H 13.5 in Dm 13.5 in

Japan Antique Orb Lantern, rare find

Located in South Burlington, VT

First we've seen, unusual style Japan, an antique hand cast round lantern with a unique armilliary

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Pair Town House Architectural Lanterns
Japanese Old Pair Town House Architectural Lanterns

Japanese Old Pair Town House Architectural Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a traditional lantern made of stone, wood

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Lucky Horse Shoe Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Pair Lucky Horse Shoe Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Pair Lucky Horse Shoe Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japanese handsome hand wrought Art Deco period "Lucky Horse Shoe" motif lanterns - the complete ensemble

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japan Huge Antique Yukimi Lantern, Signed
Japan Huge Antique Yukimi Lantern, Signed

Japan Huge Antique Yukimi Lantern, Signed

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a fine large 23” diameter antique "signed" top hand cast Yukimi lantern with handsome

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair of Old "Owl" Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Pair of Old "Owl" Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Pair of Old "Owl" Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

Hard to find pair (2) Japanese handsome quality old "Owl" motif tea lanterns are authentic old

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Vintage Graceful Swan Garden Lighting Lantern
Japanese Vintage Graceful Swan Garden Lighting Lantern

Japanese Vintage Graceful Swan Garden Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

outdoor garden space. Lifetime guarantee of authenticity. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Fine Birds, Bonsei & Flowers Garden Lantern
Japanese Fine Birds, Bonsei & Flowers Garden Lantern

Japanese Fine Birds, Bonsei & Flowers Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, an old antique lantern with "Birds, Bonsei, & Flowers" motif on their fire boxes. Fine

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Old Japanese Hand Cast Lantern Bamboo & Grasses
Old Japanese Hand Cast Lantern Bamboo & Grasses

Old Japanese Hand Cast Lantern Bamboo & Grasses

Located in South Burlington, VT

antique lantern, with a "Bamboo & Grasses" motif on fire box. Found from a Japanese/ American tea garden

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Hand Cast "Cow" Lantern, Rare Find
Japanese Hand Cast "Cow" Lantern, Rare Find

Japanese Hand Cast "Cow" Lantern, Rare Find

Located in South Burlington, VT

attractive and sturdy antique lantern with a "Cow" motif. Found from a Japanese American tea garden

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Tall Duck Garden Lighting Lantern
Japanese Old Tall Duck Garden Lighting Lantern

Japanese Old Tall Duck Garden Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Duck Decoy" motif iron garden lantern is hard to find in its original condition with a supereb old

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Rare Friendly Snail Garden Lighting Lantern
Japanese Rare Friendly Snail Garden Lighting Lantern

Japanese Rare Friendly Snail Garden Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

American Japanese Garden Association. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a toro¯ (lantern) is a

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Lovely Old "Yukimi Snow Lantern" Garden Lantern First We've Seen
Japanese Lovely Old "Yukimi Snow Lantern" Garden Lantern First We've Seen

Japanese Lovely Old "Yukimi Snow Lantern" Garden Lantern First We've Seen

Located in South Burlington, VT

guarantee. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a traditional lantern made of

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Antique "Butterfly" Flower  Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Pair Antique "Butterfly" Flower  Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Pair Antique "Butterfly" Flower Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

motif Japan, this handsome heavy hand cast quality old round "Butterfly Top" motif tea garden lantern

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20th Century Japanese Showa Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Japanese Matching Pair Antique Yukimi Lanterns, Signed
Japanese Matching Pair Antique Yukimi Lanterns, Signed

Japanese Matching Pair Antique Yukimi Lanterns, Signed

Located in South Burlington, VT

Yukimi Pair Lantern find Japan, a fine matching pair (2) of large 17 inch diameter antique "signed

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Birds and Bamboo Round Garden Lantern
Japanese Antique Birds and Bamboo Round Garden Lantern

Japanese Antique Birds and Bamboo Round Garden Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

Garden Association. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a toro¯ (lantern) is a traditional

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Big Old "Owl" Electrified Lighting Lantern, 1930s
Japanese Big Old "Owl" Electrified Lighting Lantern, 1930s

Japanese Big Old "Owl" Electrified Lighting Lantern, 1930s

Located in South Burlington, VT

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Japanese Pair of Tea Garden "Heart Roof" Lanterns
Japanese Pair of Tea Garden "Heart Roof" Lanterns

Japanese Pair of Tea Garden "Heart Roof" Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a handsome quality pair of old "Heart Roof" tea garden lanterns in a convenient portable

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Vintage Dragonfly Lantern With Monkey Suspension Hooks
Japanese Vintage Dragonfly Lantern With Monkey Suspension Hooks

Japanese Vintage Dragonfly Lantern With Monkey Suspension Hooks

Located in South Burlington, VT

own an attractive scarcer style lantern from old Japan. Quality: Good heavy craftsmanship by Japanese

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Fine Big Pair Old Pine Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Fine Big Pair Old Pine Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Fine Big Pair Old Pine Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

garden. Japanese handsome pair (2) quality large old "Pine Cone Tree" motif garden lighting lanterns

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Hand Cast "Owl" Wall Lantern, Rare Bird
Japanese Hand Cast "Owl" Wall Lantern, Rare Bird

Japanese Hand Cast "Owl" Wall Lantern, Rare Bird

Located in South Burlington, VT

Hard to find wall lantern with oconic owl motif From our recent Japanese acquisitions in

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Old Japan Blue Lantern "Birds and Bamboo" Motif
Old Japan Blue Lantern "Birds and Bamboo" Motif

Old Japan Blue Lantern "Birds and Bamboo" Motif

Located in South Burlington, VT

From our recent Japanese travels in original as found condition Japan, unusual antique lantern

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Pair Nesting Owl Garden Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Old Pair Nesting Owl Garden Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Old Pair Nesting Owl Garden Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

) of old "nesting owl" motif iron tea lanterns are a good find and authentic old works of art. It is

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Pair Old Vintage Jumping Fish Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Pair Old Vintage Jumping Fish Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Pair Old Vintage Jumping Fish Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

iron garden lanterns is the first pair of this design we have seen. Sturdily crafted, they boast

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Japanese Rare Old Five Continents Globe Lighting Lantern
Japanese Rare Old Five Continents Globe Lighting Lantern

Japanese Rare Old Five Continents Globe Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Art Nouveau "Dragonfly" Lantern, Rare Find
Japanese Antique Art Nouveau "Dragonfly" Lantern, Rare Find

Japanese Antique Art Nouveau "Dragonfly" Lantern, Rare Find

Located in South Burlington, VT

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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Pair Massive Vintage over Sized Owl Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Pair Massive Vintage over Sized Owl Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Pair Massive Vintage over Sized Owl Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

) massive over size owl lighting lanterns, 13 inches tall. This handsome pair Japanese quality over sized

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

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Japanese Large Old Hand Crafted Bronze Electrified Mountain House Lantern

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Find many varieties of an authentic Japanese iron lantern available at 1stDibs. Each Japanese iron lantern for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and bronze. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Japanese iron lantern — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each Japanese iron lantern bearing mid-century modern, Art Nouveau or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Japanese iron lantern over the years, but those crafted by Isamu Noguchi and Otagiri Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Japanese Iron Lantern?

The average selling price for a Japanese iron lantern at 1stDibs is $698, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $68,000 for the highest priced.
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  • 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
    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.
  • 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.