Japanese Antique Barn Owl Lantern

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Japanese Antique Barn Owl Lantern

About the Item

Plump Barn owl lantern- first we've seen Japanese old vintage barn owl lighting lantern just 8 inches tall This handsome Japanese quality iron "Owl" lantern is a special find and an authentic old work of art. It may well be one of only a handful of these medium scale works of art ever crafted and produced. It reminds us of the smaller owl versions that ae often described as barn owls. It dates to Showa period, 1940s-1950s and its round bottom twist off candle/light access allows you to place your LED light or candle inside. Its design is rather unique . Please note the plump body, exaggerated eye detail. Its prolific perforations allow light to burst out creating an astounding light show. It is an authentic early example and would be a coveted acquisition for your prominent indoor display gallery or outdoor special garden space. In a convenient portable size, may be suspended from loop or installed on any surface. Dimensions: 8 inches tall to top of loop handle and a plump 4.5 inches wide This handsome lantern would make you an excellent indoor gallery display or become a favorite work of art for your special garden space and will likely become a stellar conversational display for all your friends, family, and community to appreciate. Possesses an original older rustic patina- just the way we like to find them. Photographed in natural day light. Provenance: Old American garden. Many of our customers place LED or candles inside the main section making a romantic and enjoyable decorative accent for entertaining friends and family. It's a perfect choice for your indoor or outdoor garden space. Lifetime guarantee of authenticity. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a traditional lantern made of stone, wood, or metal. Like many other elements of Japanese traditional architecture, it originated in China. 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. In its complete, original form the lantern represents five elements of Buddhist cosmology: Bottom touching the ground, represents chi, the earth, the next section represents sui, or water, ka or fire, is represented by the section encasing the lantern's light or flame, while fu¯ (air) and ku¯ (void or spirit) are represented by the last two sections, top-most and pointing towards the sky. These last two sections express the idea that after death our physical bodies will go back to their original, elemental form.

Dimensions:
Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
Style:
Showa (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Iron,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Mid-20th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
South Burlington, VT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1289230548252