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Vintage Japanese Ship's Navigation Stern Light by Nippon Sento Co, Ltd
Vintage Japanese Ship's Navigation Stern Light by Nippon Sento Co, Ltd

Vintage Japanese Ship's Navigation Stern Light by Nippon Sento Co, Ltd

By Nippon Sento Company Ltd

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese metal ship's navigation stern light from the mid 20th century, made by Nippon Sento Co, ltd, with oxidized patina. Created in Japan during the mid 20th century, this stern...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Lanterns

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Metal

Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model UF3-Q
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model UF3-Q

Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model UF3-Q

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model UF3-Q. Gemini G.E.L edition c. 1984. Hand-made form by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., Gifu, Japan. Washi paper shade, bamboo ribbing supported ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal

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

In Japan, toro were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an offering.

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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

In Japan, toro were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an offering.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Important Japanese Ganju Porcelain Bowl by Higuchi Haruzane 樋口治実
Important Japanese Ganju Porcelain Bowl by Higuchi Haruzane 樋口治実

Important Japanese Ganju Porcelain Bowl by Higuchi Haruzane 樋口治実

Located in Nottingham, GB

The result is a surface that appears solid until illuminated, when the decoration glows from within like lantern light through paper. Even among Japanese ceramics, Hotarude of this q...

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Antique Late 19th Century Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Red Glass Chromed Metal Sconce Wall Light Lampion 1920s Austria
Art Deco Red Glass Chromed Metal Sconce Wall Light Lampion 1920s Austria

Art Deco Red Glass Chromed Metal Sconce Wall Light Lampion 1920s Austria

Located in Vienna, AT

A gorgeous sconce or wall light Japanese lantern - like with a chromed metal fitting and a geometric shape bold red glass shade.

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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

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Asano, Kinka Light, Natural
Asano, Kinka Light, Natural

Asano, Kinka Light, Natural

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H 14.5 in Dm 9 in

Asano, Kinka Light, Natural

Located in New Milford, CT

Design by Sebastian Conran Measures: 14.5” H? x 9” Ø Washi (Japanese paper), Mulberry wood base and handle LED light, 2 AA batteries (not included) = 50 hrs of light.

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2010s Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Wood

Asano, Kinka Light, Black
Asano, Kinka Light, Black

Asano, Kinka Light, Black

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H 14.5 in Dm 9 in

Asano, Kinka Light, Black

Located in New Milford, CT

Design by Sebastian Conran Dimensions: 14.5” h? x 9” Ø Washi (Japanese paper), Mulberry wood base and handle LED light, 2 AA batteries (not included) = 50 hrs of light.

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2010s Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Wood

Pair of Ships Copper Cargo Light Fixtures
Pair of Ships Copper Cargo Light Fixtures

Pair of Ships Copper Cargo Light Fixtures

Located in Norwell, MA

Copper and brass ships ceiling lights from a cargo ship. Ex Shipbreakers Yard. Polished, not wired. Circa 1995

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Vintage 1980s Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model BB3/95EN
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model BB3/95EN

Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model BB3/95EN

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model BB3/95EN. Original, early BB3 stand with original brass socket and single arm harp. Hand-made shade by Ozeki & Co. Ltd., Gifu, Japan (wash...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Metal

Japanese Gilt Bronze "Cranes" Tea Light Lanterns Pair
Japanese Gilt Bronze "Cranes" Tea Light Lanterns Pair

Japanese Gilt Bronze "Cranes" Tea Light Lanterns Pair

Located in South Burlington, VT

Japan, a handsome quality pair of old gilt "Cranes" tea light lanterns in a convenient portable size.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Japanese Art Nouveau Pair Ornamental Basket Tea Light Lanterns
Japanese Art Nouveau Pair Ornamental Basket Tea Light Lanterns

Japanese Art Nouveau Pair Ornamental Basket Tea Light Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

First we've seen Japan, a handsome quality pair (2) of old Art Nouveau Ornamental Basket tea light lanterns in a convenient portable size.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Hanging Lantern Type Glass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lighting
Japanese Antique Hanging Lantern Type Glass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lighting

Japanese Antique Hanging Lantern Type Glass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lighting

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an image of the shape of a lantern. But this is indoor lighting. It is a type that uses a light bulb.

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Taisho Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Japanese Antique Pair Fine Bronze Pendant Lantern Light Fixtures Immediate Use
Japanese Antique Pair Fine Bronze Pendant Lantern Light Fixtures Immediate Use

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 fixtures, original and with new rewiring,internal socket, and paper liners , circa 1930s.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Copper, Bronze

Pair of Vintage Pagoda Lanterns, Japanese, Cast Iron Tea Light Holders, Art Deco
Pair of Vintage Pagoda Lanterns, Japanese, Cast Iron Tea Light Holders, Art Deco

Pair of Vintage Pagoda Lanterns, Japanese, Cast Iron Tea Light Holders, Art Deco

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a pair of vintage Pagoda lanterns. A Japanese, painted cast iron tea light holder, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1930.

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Candle Lamps

Materials

Iron

Vintage Old Light House Lighting Lantern
Vintage Old Light House Lighting Lantern

Vintage Old Light House Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

In Japan, toro were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an offering.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

A Pair Of Nautical Light House Lighting Lanterns
A Pair Of Nautical Light House Lighting Lanterns

A Pair Of Nautical Light House Lighting Lanterns

Located in South Burlington, VT

In Japan, toro were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an offering.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Temple Lantern Light
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Temple Lantern Light

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Temple Lantern Light

Located in Norwich, Norfolk

A beautiful antique Japanese Meiji Period bronze temple lantern light.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Antique Pair of Fine Copper Pendant Lantern Light Fixtures
Japanese Antique Pair of Fine Copper Pendant Lantern Light Fixtures

Japanese Antique Pair of Fine Copper Pendant Lantern Light Fixtures

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare find Japan, a high quality pair of copper lantern form Light fixtures, original and with their hand crafted wire hangers (optional to use and may be removed) still attached.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

Materials

Copper

Japanese Copper Antique Hanging Lantern/Pendant Light with Ceiling, 1900-1920
Japanese Copper Antique Hanging Lantern/Pendant Light with Ceiling, 1900-1920

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. The design is inspired by temple decorations. Perhaps this was used in an inn or a ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

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Copper

Antique Copper and Brass Ship's Masthead Lantern Light Nippon Sento Co. Japan
Antique Copper and Brass Ship's Masthead Lantern Light Nippon Sento Co. Japan

Antique Copper and Brass Ship's Masthead Lantern Light Nippon Sento Co. Japan

By Nippon Sento Company Ltd

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This is a large vintage solid copper and brass nautical 203 Mast head Light, Maritime signal lantern/lamp with Fresnel lens, from the famous Japanese Company “Nippon Sento Co.

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Vintage 1940s Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Copper

Japanese Tall Antique Classic Electrified Temple Table Lamp Emits Serene Light
Japanese Tall Antique Classic Electrified Temple Table Lamp Emits Serene Light

Japanese Tall Antique Classic Electrified Temple Table Lamp Emits Serene Light

Located in South Burlington, VT

Special Antique Electrified Temple Lantern - Fine Interior Lighting Choice, One-Of-A-Kind Japan, a handsome tall classic antique Temple Lantern enhanced with new interior paper and...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Large Hand Carved Electrified Light with Fine Details And Serene Glow
Japanese Large Hand Carved Electrified Light with Fine Details And Serene Glow

Japanese Large Hand Carved Electrified Light with Fine Details And Serene Glow

Located in South Burlington, VT

Exquisite Hand Crafted Interior Lighting Lamp Emits Glow of Light Japan, a finely hand carved and and crafted light lantern with exquisite details from the Showa period.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Wood, Pine

Akari Light by Isamu Noguchi
Akari Light by Isamu Noguchi

Akari Light by Isamu Noguchi

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H 48 in W 48 in D 48 in

Akari Light by Isamu Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A hanging round Akari lighting sculpture and lantern, handcrafted from washi paper and bamboo ribbing. Designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1951 and manufactured in Gifu, Japan.

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Akari Light by Isamu Noguchi
Akari Light by Isamu Noguchi

Akari Light by Isamu Noguchi

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H 39 in W 39 in D 39 in

Akari Light by Isamu Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A hanging round Akari lighting sculpture and lantern, handcrafted from washi paper and bamboo ribbing. Designed by Isamu Noguchi in 1951 and manufactured in Gifu, Japan. Measures: 39".

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Japanese Old Perching  Eagle Lighting Lantern, Brilliant Night Light
Japanese Old Perching  Eagle Lighting Lantern, Brilliant Night Light

Japanese Old Perching Eagle Lighting Lantern, Brilliant Night Light

Located in South Burlington, VT

In Japan, to¯ro¯ were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an offering.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Old Artisan Tall Garden Lighting Lanterns Beautiful Night Light
Japanese Pair Old Artisan Tall Garden Lighting Lanterns Beautiful Night Light

Japanese Pair Old Artisan Tall Garden Lighting Lanterns Beautiful Night Light

Located in South Burlington, VT

In Japan, to¯ro¯ were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an offering.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Old Heart Artisan Garden Lighting Lanterns Beautiful Night Light
Japanese Pair Old Heart Artisan Garden Lighting Lanterns Beautiful Night Light

Japanese Pair Old Heart Artisan Garden Lighting Lanterns Beautiful Night Light

Located in South Burlington, VT

In Japan, to¯ro¯ were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an offering.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Two Pairs '4' Fine Bronze Pendant Lantern Light Fixtures
Japanese Antique Two Pairs '4' Fine Bronze Pendant Lantern Light Fixtures

Japanese Antique Two Pairs '4' Fine Bronze Pendant Lantern Light Fixtures

Located in South Burlington, VT

Rare find Japan, four high quality pair of tall bronze and copper lantern form Light fixtures, original and with new rewiring, internal socket, and paper liners , circa 1930s.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper, Bronze

Vintage Old Light House Lighting Lantern
Vintage Old Light House Lighting Lantern

Vintage Old Light House Lighting Lantern

Located in South Burlington, VT

In Japan, toro were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an offering.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Big Red And Gold Lighting Lanterns Radiate Beautiful Night Light
Japanese Pair Big Red And Gold Lighting Lanterns Radiate Beautiful Night Light

Japanese Pair Big Red And Gold Lighting Lanterns Radiate Beautiful Night Light

Located in South Burlington, VT

In Japan, to¯ro¯ were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an offering.

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20th Century 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

In Japan, toro were originally used only in Buddhist temples, where they lined and illuminated paths and lighted lanterns were then considered an offering.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Frank Lloyd Wright Robie 2 Light Fixture Wall Lantern Yamagiwa, 1994
Frank Lloyd Wright Robie 2 Light Fixture Wall Lantern Yamagiwa, 1994

Frank Lloyd Wright Robie 2 Light Fixture Wall Lantern Yamagiwa, 1994

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Yamagiwa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Yamagiwa Frank Lloyd Wright "Robie 2" bronze wall sconce with geometric motifs and hemispherical globe, label underside marked "Frank Lloyd Wright FDN 1994 / 00002 / B2326 / Yamagiwa...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Frank Lloyd Wright Robie 2-Light Fixture Wall Lantern Yamagiwa, 1994
Frank Lloyd Wright Robie 2-Light Fixture Wall Lantern Yamagiwa, 1994

Frank Lloyd Wright Robie 2-Light Fixture Wall Lantern Yamagiwa, 1994

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Yamagiwa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Yamagiwa Frank Lloyd Wright "Robie 2" bronze wall sconce with geometric motifs and hemispherical globe, label underside marked "Frank Lloyd Wright FDN 1994 / 00002 / B2326 / Yamagiwa...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mission Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Japanese Temple Hanging Light
Japanese Temple Hanging Light

Japanese Temple Hanging Light

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H 36 in W 36 in D 36 in

Japanese Temple Hanging Light

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderful hanging light with parchment interior shade and repousse meditation dragon image on bottom as shown images 9 & 10. Up dated wiring and custom made ceiling canopy. Chain to...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Red Lantern Japanese Light House Lantern/ Now a lantern.
Red Lantern Japanese Light House Lantern/ Now a lantern.

Red Lantern Japanese Light House Lantern/ Now a lantern.

Located in San Francisco, CA

A large vintage Asian red glass globe from some sort of a beacon. We have made it into a hanging lantern. This piece is a great looking and unique. Less than 2% of our inventory is...

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Stunning Group of Twenty-Four Light-Box Framed Japanese Lantern Slides
Stunning Group of Twenty-Four Light-Box Framed Japanese Lantern Slides

Stunning Group of Twenty-Four Light-Box Framed Japanese Lantern Slides

Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire

The group of twenty-four late 19th century hand-tinted glass lantern slides of east-Asian interest, showing the daily lives of Japanese people, both exterior and interior and ranging...

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Antique 1890s English High Victorian Shadow Boxes

Materials

Wood, Opaline Glass

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$7,485 / item

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Located in Westwood, NJ

Finished in Batavia Black with a Sandbar finish interior, this bookcase showcases rhythmic, crescent-shaped oval cut-outs that form an architectural silhouette—an homage to the sculp...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer

'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer

By Ingo Maurer

Located in Glendale, CA

'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imagination, cre...

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Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design

Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design

Located in London, England

Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...

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2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Oak, Mohair, Velvet

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce

By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Glendale, CA

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Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps

Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

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Located in Puglia, Puglia

Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...

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Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
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Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V

$3,990 / item

H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in

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By Dusty Deco

Located in Los Angeles, CA

DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...

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Fabric, Beech, Velvet

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$12,200 / item

H 43.31 in W 17.72 in D 35.44 in

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By Comité de Proyectos

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Carmen is a bartender, a storage cabinet with a functional design. Inside, it has a pair of drawers for storing objects, space for bottles, compartments for glasses and a cup holder...

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By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

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Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1960s
Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1960s

Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1960s

$39,000

H 29.5 in W 103.5 in D 44 in

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By Vladimir Kagan

Located in High Point, NC

A possibly unique walnut and off-white fabric sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan-Dreyfuss, USA, 1960s. Provenance: Sofa custom ordered the apartment of Susan Schl...

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Charlotte Perriand Set of 6 Kitchen Doors from an Arcs 1600 Apartment

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

Charlotte Perriand Set of 6 kitchen doors from an Arcs 1600 apartment, complete with 6 handles and 12 original hinges. State of use, small high furniture, and large under sink. ...

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Kazuhide Takahama, Mantilla Sofa for Gavina, Italy 1974 (Big Size)

By Gavina, Kazuhide Takahama

Located in Argelato, BO

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Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculptures Model T1-V2 c. 1977
Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculptures Model T1-V2 c. 1977

Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculptures Model T1-V2 c. 1977

$21,000 / set

H 42.25 in W 13.25 in D 13.25 in

Early Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculptures Model T1-V2 c. 1977

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Isamu Noguchi Akari light sculpture. Model T1-V2. Noguchi’s Akari series started in 1951, model T1-V2 was designed in 1977. These are early examples, marked with iconic red sun and ...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Bamboo, Paper

Nanna Ditzel "Bench for Two" for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1989
Nanna Ditzel "Bench for Two" for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1989

Nanna Ditzel "Bench for Two" for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark 1989

By Nanna Ditzel, Fredericia Stolefabrik

Located in Utrecht, NL

Nanna Ditzel (1923-2005) was commonly known as 'The Grand Dame of Danish Design'. She was among the most influential and significant Danish designers of the 20th Century. Some of her...

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Taraxacum Pendant by Castiglioni Italy, circa 1960

Taraxacum Pendant by Castiglioni Italy, circa 1960

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Culver City, CA

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Original Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstatte Vienna Secessonist Flower Stand

Original Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstatte Vienna Secessonist Flower Stand

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Located in Vienna, AT

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Lantern Light Japanese For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of lantern light Japanese available for sale. Each of these unique lantern light Japanese was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, copper and bronze. Lantern light Japanese have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Lantern light Japanese bearing Mid-Century Modern or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made lantern light Japanese over the years, but those made by Isamu Noguchi, Frank Lloyd Wright and Yamagiwa are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Lantern Light Japanese?

Lantern light Japanese can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,395, while the lowest priced sells for $395 and the highest can go for as much as $9,800.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Lantern Light Japanese
  • 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
    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.