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Japanese Old Vintage Pair "Jack-O-Lantern" Lighting Lanterns

$99per set
£75.17per set
€85.97per set
CA$138.32per set
A$153.84per set
CHF 80.33per set
MX$1,872.06per set
NOK 1,025.94per set
SEK 962.15per set
DKK 641.60per set
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From our recent garden acquisitions- a happy pair with original box #2 Japan, this handsome pair (2) of quality vintage iron Halloween happy Jack-O-Lanterns with their friendly bi-faced designs and separate greenery toppers, (two charming faces on each lantern) still retain original orange, black and green paint- just the way we like to find them. Additionally we include the sturdy original color storage box. Cleverly shaped in traditional gourd form, the green leafy iron tops are removeable to insert your favorite lighting device. In a convenient portable size, can be conveniently carried and may be installed on any surface. Dimensions: tallest is 9 inches tall to top and 6 inches wide. Good garden candidates, this is an ideal accent size for a small outdoor or indoor whimsical garden accent or might be a good accompaniment during the holidays. Can be conveniently carried and stored. Great gift idea! 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 America's Jack-o'-Lantern Early Irish immigrants brought tradition of making jack-o'-lanterns at Halloween. Jack from Irish folklore was a blacksmith who tricked the devil but when he died, he was denied into both heaven and hell. After the devil turned him away, he gave Jack a burning ember and Jack hollowed out a turnip to carry the ember light. Irish immigrants remember this story by carving scary faces on turnips and inserting a burning piece of coal inside. When the Irish immigrated to America they found that pumpkins were more available and made better jack-o'-lanterns than turnips! Eventually candles replaced burning coals. Today you might use LED lights, oil or tea candles. History of the lantern form: 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.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Diameter: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Showa (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    South Burlington, VT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1289241319252

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