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Japanese Iron Tomyodai with Copper Oil Dishes

$1,400
£1,070.37
€1,232.86
CA$1,961.83
A$2,190.20
CHF 1,147.63
MX$26,810.17
NOK 14,574.92
SEK 13,742.30
DKK 9,200.93
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About the Item

Japanese Tomyodai, a temple light stand created of hand wrought iron in an upright form of a circle or "tama" ( flaming jewel of spiritual enlightenment ) with 13 ringlet projections to hold ceramic oil dishes (replaced with thin copper oil dishes), on a thin post stand having a tripod base. Suitable for votive tea lights. Signs of wear and encrustation, otherwise fine condition. 31-3/4 inches high x 23 inches wide x 14 inches deep (base). Edo period, circa 1800.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.75 in (80.65 cm)Width: 23 in (58.42 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Style:
    Edo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Copper,Iron,Metalwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Edo period
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Signs of wear and encrustation, otherwise fine condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: TM-NH020081stDibs: LU1778236889972

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