Legless lantern 置燈籠 (oki-dôrô) - Granite - Japan - 19th century (late Edo to early Meiji period)
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Original 19th-century Japanese granite legless lantern of the Tamate type (oki-dôrô), with a fire chamber, lotus-bud finial, dimensions 38.3 × 46 × 46 cm, in very good condition with a weathered patina from long outdoor use, provenance private collection, certificate of authenticity included.
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A distinctive three-piece granite legless lantern置燈籠 (oki-dôrô) of the 玉手 (Tamate) type. Its name reflects the rounded form of the fire chamber 火袋 (hibukuro), which sits on a low circular base. Oval opening pass through the chamber, allowing light to shine from either side.
A broad, gently sloping roof 笠 (kasa) shelters the chamber. At its centre rises a lotus-bud-shaped finial 宝珠 (hôju), the “wish-fulfilling jewel”. In the traditional symbolism of stone lanterns, the fire chamber represents fire, the roof air, and the finial the void or spirit.
Approx. dimensions:
Height 38,3 cm, width 46 cm, depth 46 cm.
Period: Japan – probably 19th century (late Edo to early Meiji period). Stone lanterns of this type can be difficult to date precisely.
In very good condition, with an attractive weathered patina acquired through long outdoor use. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of its condition.
The lantern will be carefully 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 distinctive three-piece granite legless lantern置燈籠 (oki-dôrô) of the 玉手 (Tamate) type. Its name reflects the rounded form of the fire chamber 火袋 (hibukuro), which sits on a low circular base. Oval opening pass through the chamber, allowing light to shine from either side.
A broad, gently sloping roof 笠 (kasa) shelters the chamber. At its centre rises a lotus-bud-shaped finial 宝珠 (hôju), the “wish-fulfilling jewel”. In the traditional symbolism of stone lanterns, the fire chamber represents fire, the roof air, and the finial the void or spirit.
Approx. dimensions:
Height 38,3 cm, width 46 cm, depth 46 cm.
Period: Japan – probably 19th century (late Edo to early Meiji period). Stone lanterns of this type can be difficult to date precisely.
In very good condition, with an attractive weathered patina acquired through long outdoor use. Please refer to the photographs for a clear impression of its condition.
The lantern will be carefully 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
19th century (late Edo to early Meiji period)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Attribution
Original
Material
Granite
Height
38.3 cm
Width
46 cm
Title of artwork
Legless lantern 置燈籠 (oki-dôrô)
Depth
46 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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