Japanese Old Unique Five Continents Globe Lighting Lantern

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Japanese Old Unique Five Continents Globe Lighting Lantern

About the Item

First we've seen From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Japan, this handsome quality big "Globe" lantern is a special find and an authentic old work of art. It dates to early to mid-20th century. Includes its bonus original old 20 inch suspension chain. Its design is unique to our eyes. Please note the carefully designed grids latitude and longitude. The entire globe possesses a round access door on bottom for comfortably inserting your favorite LED lighting device or candle - all together a creative effort by a wonderful former artist and this orb still retains original hand painted black colors. In a convenient portable size, may be installed on any surface. Dimensions: 28 inches from base of lantern to top link of chain; globe only measures 9.5 inches tall and 9 inches diameter. This handsome rendition would make an excellent garden candidate and stellar conversational display for all your friends, family, and commmunity to joyfully appreciate. Its an ideal accent size for your favorite indoor or outdoor garden space. Photographed in natural day light and night light for your visual pleasure. 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 gallery or special 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: 28 in (71.12 cm)Diameter: 9 in (22.86 cm)
Style:
Showa (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Iron,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Painted
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: LU1289227564972