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Japanese Big Pair Hand Painted Squirrel Lanterns
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First pair we've seen
A great pair (2) of squirrel lighting lanterns- first pair we've seen this style.
These handsome Japanese hand painted quality "Squirrel" lantern are a special find and authentic old works 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.
Their designs are unique to our eyes. Please note the artistic acorns that each 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, they may be suspended from loop or installed on any surface.
Dimensions: 9 inches tall to top of loop handle and 9 inches wide, heavy
These handsome lanterns 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)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Showa (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:South Burlington, VT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1289231101372
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