Cast iron - dōrō - Shōwa period (1926-1989)

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A cast iron koi lantern (dōrō) from the Shōwa period (1926–1989), measuring about 30×18×15 cm, with provenance from Antiekmarkt, in good condition and authentic, featuring a bottom quarter-turn opening for a candle and a replacement closure, suitable as a dai-dōrō or tsuri-dōrō with a brown‑red patina.

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Beautiful cast-iron koi lantern / Tōrō / lantern
Very rarely encountered model from the Shōwa period.
Dimensions are approximately 30 x 18 x 15 cm.
The lantern is fitted with a hanging eyelet.
Dating: Shōwa period (1926-1989)

The koi lantern has a quarter-turn opening at the bottom for placing a tea light. Comes with a replacement closure.

Nice for by a pond, or on a table
Can be used as dai-dōrō (standing lamp) and as tsuri-dōrō (hanging lamp)
The original lacquer has over time given way to a beautiful brown/red patina formed by the elements of nature.

The photos are part of the description.
The pagoda is sent by registered mail with a track and trace code.

Beautiful cast-iron koi lantern / Tōrō / lantern
Very rarely encountered model from the Shōwa period.
Dimensions are approximately 30 x 18 x 15 cm.
The lantern is fitted with a hanging eyelet.
Dating: Shōwa period (1926-1989)

The koi lantern has a quarter-turn opening at the bottom for placing a tea light. Comes with a replacement closure.

Nice for by a pond, or on a table
Can be used as dai-dōrō (standing lamp) and as tsuri-dōrō (hanging lamp)
The original lacquer has over time given way to a beautiful brown/red patina formed by the elements of nature.

The photos are part of the description.
The pagoda is sent by registered mail with a track and trace code.

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
Shōwa period (1926-1989)
Material
Cast iron - dōrō
Height
30 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
15 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Antique market
Authenticity
Original/official
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Objects sold
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