Misaki-dôrô 岬燈籠 (cape lantern) - Stone, Granite - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)
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Meiji period, original granite stone okigata-dôrô cape lantern Misaki-dôrô, standing 49.5 cm high with a 35.5 cm roof diameter and 35.5 cm depth, in excellent condition and originating from Japan.
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A four-part granite okigata-dôrô 置燈籠 (legless lantern) of the Misaki-dôrô 岬燈籠 (cape lantern) type. The stone combines shades of white, grey and black with an appealing outdoor patina.
Designed to stand without a separate pedestal, Misaki-dôrô were traditionally placed on rocks or small promontories at the edge of a pond, where their light could be seen from the water. This lantern begins with a rounded chûdai 中台 (central platform), which also serves as its base. Above it sits the circular hibukuro 火袋 (fire chamber), with square openings for the light source and a crescent-shaped opening representing the moon, opposite to a circular one for the sun. A broad, domed kasa 笠 (roof) shelters the chamber, while a lotus-bud-shaped hôju 宝珠 (finial) crowns the lantern.
Period: Japan – probably Meiji period (1868–1912).
Dimensions: Approximately 49.5 cm high in total; roof diameter 35.5 cm.
The granite has softened contours and surface weathering consistent with many years outdoors. In very good original condition, with a small chip to one corner of a square opening. Please refer to the photograph for a clear impression of the condition.
The lantern will be securely packed and shipped on a wooden pallet. When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
Translated by Google TranslateA four-part granite okigata-dôrô 置燈籠 (legless lantern) of the Misaki-dôrô 岬燈籠 (cape lantern) type. The stone combines shades of white, grey and black with an appealing outdoor patina.
Designed to stand without a separate pedestal, Misaki-dôrô were traditionally placed on rocks or small promontories at the edge of a pond, where their light could be seen from the water. This lantern begins with a rounded chûdai 中台 (central platform), which also serves as its base. Above it sits the circular hibukuro 火袋 (fire chamber), with square openings for the light source and a crescent-shaped opening representing the moon, opposite to a circular one for the sun. A broad, domed kasa 笠 (roof) shelters the chamber, while a lotus-bud-shaped hôju 宝珠 (finial) crowns the lantern.
Period: Japan – probably Meiji period (1868–1912).
Dimensions: Approximately 49.5 cm high in total; roof diameter 35.5 cm.
The granite has softened contours and surface weathering consistent with many years outdoors. In very good original condition, with a small chip to one corner of a square opening. Please refer to the photograph for a clear impression of the condition.
The lantern will be securely packed and shipped on a wooden pallet. When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
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Dynastic Style/Period
Meiji period (1868-1912)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Granite, Stone
Height
49.5 cm
Width
35.5 cm
Title of artwork
Misaki-dôrô 岬燈籠 (cape lantern)
Depth
35.5 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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