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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

Category

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.

Category

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

Category

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

Category

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

Category

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

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antiques Iron lantern
Japanese Antiques Iron lantern

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

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antiques Iron lantern
Japanese Antiques Iron lantern

Japanese Antiques Iron lantern

Located in Niiza, JP

φ250× 350(H) [mm] 5kg 4 sides decorated with different openwork patterns Unusual designs with openwork patterns of bats, plum blossoms, owls, etc.

Category

20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Lantern
Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Lantern

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

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Owl Incense Burner Lantern
Japanese Iron Owl Incense Burner Lantern

Japanese Iron Owl Incense Burner Lantern

Located in San Diego, CA

incense, small lantern, or candle holder. Japan. 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern 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

Located in Niiza, JP

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

Category

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

Located in San Diego, CA

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

Category

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

Category

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

Category

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

Category

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

Located in South Burlington, VT

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

Category

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

Located in South Burlington, VT

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

Category

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

Located in South Burlington, VT

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

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

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

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

Located in South Burlington, VT

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

Category

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

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

Japanese hand crafted and painted rooster garden lighting lantern decorative sculpture

Category

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

Category

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

Located in South Burlington, VT

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

Category

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

Located in South Burlington, VT

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

Category

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

Located in South Burlington, VT

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

Category

20th Century Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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.

Category

Mid-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

Category

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

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Garden Lantern
Japanese Garden Lantern

Japanese Garden Lantern

Unavailable|$960

Japanese Garden Lantern

Located in New York, NY

A vintage cast iron Japanese garden lantern with chain and hook for hanging.

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Candle Lantern
Japanese Iron Candle Lantern

Japanese Iron Candle Lantern

Located in Rochester, NY

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

Category

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

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Rustic Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Temple Lantern
Japanese Temple Lantern

Japanese Temple Lantern

Sold|$11,500 / item

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

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

Category

Early 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

Category

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

Category

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

Category

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

Category

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

Category

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

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

Category

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

Category

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

Materials

Iron

Japanese Cat Antique Lantern
Japanese Cat Antique Lantern

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

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Fine Old Lantern
Japanese Fine Old Lantern

Japanese Fine Old Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

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

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Dragonfly Lantern
Japanese Antique Dragonfly Lantern

Japanese Antique Dragonfly Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

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

Category

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

Category

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

Category

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

Located in South Burlington, VT

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

Category

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

Category

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

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

Category

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

Category

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

Located in South Burlington, VT

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

Category

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

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

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Japanese Iron Lantern For Sale on 1stDibs

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.
Questions About Japanese Iron Lantern
  • 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.