Japanese Antique "Turtle" Garden Lantern

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Japanese Antique "Turtle" Garden Lantern

About the Item

From our recent Japanese Acquisitions- the first turtle lantern we have seen in this convenient size Japan, this handsome quality old "turtle" motif tea lantern is a good find and authentic old work of art. It is the we have seen in this medium scale size. Natural old original hand painted green patina. In a convenient portable size, it may be displayed on your deck, patio, favorite garden spot, or nestled in a special flower pot. Notice the dramatic finely detailed turtle shells. Dimensions: 3 inches tall and 5.75 inches long. It is a sturdy hand caste garden works of art You may conveniently place an LED or candle inside the twist of access under its belly. Good garden candidates, it is an ideal accent size for a small outdoor or indoor Zen or Tea garden. Only one. Provenance: Old American, Japanese garden. Many of our customers place oil candles or tea lights 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. We are members of NAJGA- North American Japanese Garden Association. 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: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
Style:
Showa (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Iron,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Early 20th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
South Burlington, VT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1289228828192