A fine green patinated bronze hanging lantern 釣灯籠 (tsuri dôrô), elegantly shaped as a thatched house. Each side features a lattice window of a different form: a crescent moon, lozenge, circle (sun), and rectangle, some entwined with delicate scrolling vines. The rectangular window is subtly designed as a hinged door allowing access to place a light source inside. The thatched roof is adorned with a loop formed from a curling vine tendril and detailed with intentional crafted weathering to the straw. Period: Japan – Meiji period (1868–1912). Dimensions: Height 24.5 cm, Width 26.5 cm, Depth 17.5 cm. In very good condition, with a beautiful natural patina developed through long outdoor exposure, as originally intended. Please refer to the photos for a detailed condition reference. When shipped, we will include a certificate of authenticity. Please note: Due to the holidays, shipping and handling times may be longer. Thank you for your understanding.