Lantern - Brass, Copper, Glass - Nippon Sento Brass Lamp

An authentic, heavy-duty vintage Japanese ship lantern manufactured by the renowned Nippon Sento Co., Ltd. in September 1964 (Showa 39).
​This is a genuine piece of maritime history with an official brass manufacturer's plate on the top lid, showing the government approval stamp from the Japanese Ministry of Transport.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE BIDDING
​[Strictly Sold AS-IS / Non-Functional / For Restoration or Display Only]
​Electrical Condition: The internal wiring is completely disconnected / broken (断線). The item is completely untested and DOES NOT WORK in its current condition.
​Required Action: If you plan to use this as a working lamp, it MUST be completely re-wired and repaired by a professional electrician. It is sold strictly as a project piece for restoration, or for decorative/display purposes only.
​No Returns / No Claims: By bidding on this item, you acknowledge and accept that it is a faulty, non-working antique item. Absolutely NO RETURNS, NO REFUNDS, and NO CLAIMS will be accepted for any issues regarding electrical functionality, wiring, or components.
​[Material & Condition]
​Body: Made of solid brass and copper. Over decades of exposure to sea air, the exterior has developed a magnificent, dark aged patina with authentic verdigris (green rust) highlights on the brackets, giving it an incredible industrial, antique aesthetic.
​Interior: The interior walls still retain their original warm, golden brass tone, showcasing the high-quality metal construction.
​Glass: Features a thick, heavy curved glass lens. It remains intact with no major cracks.
​Cosmetics: As an authentic item used at sea, it shows heavy signs of age, including scratches, dirt, corrosion, and wear. Please inspect the photos carefully as they form part of the description.
​[Specifications]
​Manufacturer: Nippon Sento Co., Ltd. (日本船灯株式会社)
​Date of Manufacture: September 1964 (昭和39年9月)
​Approval: Ministry of Transport (運輸省船用品型式承認)
​Country of Origin: Japan
​This item is sold purely as a historical maritime collectible. If you are looking for a plug-and-play ready lamp, please do not bid. Serious collectors and restoration enthusiasts only.