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Cast iron pagoda‑style lantern from Japan, a tea light holder dated to 1900–2000, measuring 16.5 cm high by 10 cm wide and 10 cm deep, weighing 1356 g, finished in brown with a textured bronze‑brown/black surface, in good condition with small signs of ageing, and not in working order.
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Item Description
This is a cast iron pagoda-style lantern in the manner of a Japanese tōrō. It stands on an arched, four-legged base and has an octagonal tiered platform. Above the platform is an open pavilion with slender pillars, and the whole is topped by a broad four-cornered roof with gently upturned eaves and a central finial. The dark iron body has a textured, mottled surface in bronze-brown and black, which gives it a rustic, wabi-sabi character. The open pavilion is designed to hold a small candle or tea light. Displayed as a tabletop ornament, it suits a tea room, a Japanese-style interior or a small garden corner. The underside is finished in black and has a round recess at its centre.
Size
Height: 16.5 cm
Width: 10 cm
Depth: 10 cm
Weight
1356 g
Condition
The lantern is in unused condition, with no visible damage. The textured cast surface shows natural variations in tone, and a few small rust-coloured marks are visible inside the pillars of the pavilion.
Additional Information
Origin: Japan
Material: Cast iron
Type: Decorative lantern in the style of a Japanese tōrō
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped by Japan Post or DHL, depending on the situation.
Due to the changes to the EU tax-free (VAT) system, Japan Post has become unable to ship certain goods valued at €150 or less to an increasing number of European countries. Depending on the destination and circumstances, the shipping method may therefore be changed from Japan Post to DHL.
Delivery normally takes approximately 3 weeks, or up to 3 months if the item is shipped by sea.
Please note that import duties, taxes, customs fees, and other charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility.
For customs clearance, your local customs office or delivery company may contact you by phone or email. To avoid any delays or the return of the parcel, please ensure that you can respond promptly to any such requests. If the parcel is returned due to an inability to contact you or complete customs clearance, additional shipping charges, which may be more than twice the original shipping cost, will apply for reshipment.
Thank you for your kind understanding and cooperation. We will do our utmost to ensure that your item arrives safely and without any issues.
Seller's Story
A Japanese living in Japan, I appreciate traditional and modern art.
I specialize in selecting artworks that reflect quiet strength, refined beauty, and timeless craftsmanship of Japanese culture. My collection focuses on pieces that carry a story—whether traditional ukiyo‑e prints, contemporary works inspired by wabi‑sabi aesthetics, or handcrafted items created by regional artisans.
With years of experience working closely with artists, studios, and collectors across Japan, I take pride in offering works that are both visually compelling and culturally meaningful. Every item is carefully curated for authenticity, condition, and artistic value, ensuring that bidders can participate with confidence.
My goal is to connect international collectors with the richness of Japanese artistry—pieces that bring harmony, character, and a touch of Japan’s spirit into your home.
I look forward to sharing these works with you and hope they inspire the same appreciation and joy they bring to me :)
Translated by Google TranslateItem Description
This is a cast iron pagoda-style lantern in the manner of a Japanese tōrō. It stands on an arched, four-legged base and has an octagonal tiered platform. Above the platform is an open pavilion with slender pillars, and the whole is topped by a broad four-cornered roof with gently upturned eaves and a central finial. The dark iron body has a textured, mottled surface in bronze-brown and black, which gives it a rustic, wabi-sabi character. The open pavilion is designed to hold a small candle or tea light. Displayed as a tabletop ornament, it suits a tea room, a Japanese-style interior or a small garden corner. The underside is finished in black and has a round recess at its centre.
Size
Height: 16.5 cm
Width: 10 cm
Depth: 10 cm
Weight
1356 g
Condition
The lantern is in unused condition, with no visible damage. The textured cast surface shows natural variations in tone, and a few small rust-coloured marks are visible inside the pillars of the pavilion.
Additional Information
Origin: Japan
Material: Cast iron
Type: Decorative lantern in the style of a Japanese tōrō
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped by Japan Post or DHL, depending on the situation.
Due to the changes to the EU tax-free (VAT) system, Japan Post has become unable to ship certain goods valued at €150 or less to an increasing number of European countries. Depending on the destination and circumstances, the shipping method may therefore be changed from Japan Post to DHL.
Delivery normally takes approximately 3 weeks, or up to 3 months if the item is shipped by sea.
Please note that import duties, taxes, customs fees, and other charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility.
For customs clearance, your local customs office or delivery company may contact you by phone or email. To avoid any delays or the return of the parcel, please ensure that you can respond promptly to any such requests. If the parcel is returned due to an inability to contact you or complete customs clearance, additional shipping charges, which may be more than twice the original shipping cost, will apply for reshipment.
Thank you for your kind understanding and cooperation. We will do our utmost to ensure that your item arrives safely and without any issues.
Seller's Story
A Japanese living in Japan, I appreciate traditional and modern art.
I specialize in selecting artworks that reflect quiet strength, refined beauty, and timeless craftsmanship of Japanese culture. My collection focuses on pieces that carry a story—whether traditional ukiyo‑e prints, contemporary works inspired by wabi‑sabi aesthetics, or handcrafted items created by regional artisans.
With years of experience working closely with artists, studios, and collectors across Japan, I take pride in offering works that are both visually compelling and culturally meaningful. Every item is carefully curated for authenticity, condition, and artistic value, ensuring that bidders can participate with confidence.
My goal is to connect international collectors with the richness of Japanese artistry—pieces that bring harmony, character, and a touch of Japan’s spirit into your home.
I look forward to sharing these works with you and hope they inspire the same appreciation and joy they bring to me :)
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Pagoda Tea Light Holder
Number of objects
1
Material
Iron
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
No
Height
16.5 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Weight
1356 g
Colour
Brown
Estimated period
1900-2000
