Lantern (2) - Lanterns 灯籠 (tôrô) - Patinated bronze
A pair of amazing, large dark brown patinated bronze Japanese electrified lanterns 灯籠 (tôrô) . The pagoda-shaped top crowned by a hôju 宝珠 (sacred jewel) and fitted with ‘warabite’-shaped points hung with bells. The body with an openwork scrolling vine (karakusa) design adorned by a shiny copper circular applique featuring a flower crest.
The upper rim of the hourglass-shaped base decorated with scrolling vines as well.
Both lower rims with dated inscriptions. Dated ‘The 3rd of October of Shôwa 46’ 昭和四十六年十月三日, Anno 1971.
Dimensions:
Height 91. 5 cm, Diameter 41 cm.
Weight: 9. 2 kg. Each.
In a very good condition with minimal traces of wear conform age. One bell of different shape. Different parts can be removed from each other. No lamp bulbs included. Both with original electrification and fitting, but with new EU-plugs. Please look at the photos for a condition reference.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.
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A pair of amazing, large dark brown patinated bronze Japanese electrified lanterns 灯籠 (tôrô) . The pagoda-shaped top crowned by a hôju 宝珠 (sacred jewel) and fitted with ‘warabite’-shaped points hung with bells. The body with an openwork scrolling vine (karakusa) design adorned by a shiny copper circular applique featuring a flower crest.
The upper rim of the hourglass-shaped base decorated with scrolling vines as well.
Both lower rims with dated inscriptions. Dated ‘The 3rd of October of Shôwa 46’ 昭和四十六年十月三日, Anno 1971.
Dimensions:
Height 91. 5 cm, Diameter 41 cm.
Weight: 9. 2 kg. Each.
In a very good condition with minimal traces of wear conform age. One bell of different shape. Different parts can be removed from each other. No lamp bulbs included. Both with original electrification and fitting, but with new EU-plugs. Please look at the photos for a condition reference.
When shipped we will add a certificate of authenticity.
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