Japanese Big Hand Painted Squirrel Lighting Lantern

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About the Item

First we've seen A great squirrel lighting lantern- first we've seen this style. This handsome Japanese hand painted quality "Squirrel" lantern is a special find and an authentic old work of art. Traces of the original hand painted tan and red colors are present. The bottom access allows you convenient entry to install your favorite LED or candle lighting device. Its design is unique to our eyes. Please note the red colored acorn that this squirrel clutches. This lanterns’ prolific perforations allow light to burst out creating an enjoyable evening light experience. 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: 9 inches tall to top of loop handle and 9 inches wide, heavy This handsome lantern would be a conversational display for all your friends and family to appreciate. 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: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 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:
20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
20th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
South Burlington, VT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1289228213412

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