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Japanese Tansu Style Wooden Crate Cage Chandeliers

About the Item

Fascinating pair of Japanese wooden crates or cages made in a Tansu style with iron strapping. The square crates have a house shaped roof made of an ebonized wood at a pitched angle. Converted to hanging chandeliers or lanterns with four lights mounted in gilt hardware. Each lamp has a decorative gilt chain 30 inches long made from square links with a matte gilt finish. Rare and unusual repurposed from prior use. From an estate in Santa Barbara, CA.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 18 in (45.72 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Power Source:
    Hardwired
  • Lampshade:
    Included
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Age appropriate wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Rio Vista, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1555214161922

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