A pair of Japanese Shrine lamps (Tsuridôro) - Lamp ornament (2) - Metal - Decorative Lanterns
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This pair of Japanese metal shrine lanterns (tsuridôro), dating from 1960–1970, has a gold-coloured finish, hexagonal pear-shaped bodies and cloudwork with paper diffusers.
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A pair of hexagonal pear shaped hanging temple lanterns 釣り灯籠 (tsuridôro) with open cloudwork covered with adiffusing paper and detailed decorations scrolling foliage 唐草 (karakusa).
These lamps have an unusual shape and detail; a great addition to any Asian or Buddhist inspired room.
The open work reminds of clouds and is covered from the inside with a diffusing layer of paper material, most likely rice paper.
These lanterns are made of a light weight type of metal, much harder and stronger than alluminium.
It is covered with a gold colored paint.
On top of the extendable tube is a sturdy handle for hanging the lamp.
Dimensions:
Fixture: 15 x 9 x 9 cm.
Fixture with extendable tube: 35 x 9 x 9 cm.
EU plug, electrical cord with switch: 180 cm.
Weight: 183 grams each.
Both lamps have been rewired to EU standard 220v electricity grid and have an energy saving LED light bulb fitted inside.
The cable length is approximately 1,8 meters, all you have to do is plug them in and switch them on.
These sturdy, vintage indoor temple lights are estimated to be around 50 years old and are in excellent condition.
No damages, no dust.
Please see the pictures for details.
Shipping fast and insured from NL. No hidden import costs in EU.
A pair of hexagonal pear shaped hanging temple lanterns 釣り灯籠 (tsuridôro) with open cloudwork covered with adiffusing paper and detailed decorations scrolling foliage 唐草 (karakusa).
These lamps have an unusual shape and detail; a great addition to any Asian or Buddhist inspired room.
The open work reminds of clouds and is covered from the inside with a diffusing layer of paper material, most likely rice paper.
These lanterns are made of a light weight type of metal, much harder and stronger than alluminium.
It is covered with a gold colored paint.
On top of the extendable tube is a sturdy handle for hanging the lamp.
Dimensions:
Fixture: 15 x 9 x 9 cm.
Fixture with extendable tube: 35 x 9 x 9 cm.
EU plug, electrical cord with switch: 180 cm.
Weight: 183 grams each.
Both lamps have been rewired to EU standard 220v electricity grid and have an energy saving LED light bulb fitted inside.
The cable length is approximately 1,8 meters, all you have to do is plug them in and switch them on.
These sturdy, vintage indoor temple lights are estimated to be around 50 years old and are in excellent condition.
No damages, no dust.
Please see the pictures for details.
Shipping fast and insured from NL. No hidden import costs in EU.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Decorative Lanterns
Number of objects
2
Material
Metal
Designer/artist/maker
A pair of Japanese Shrine lamps (Tsuridôro)
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Height
15 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
9 cm
Weight
183 g
Estimated period
1960-1970
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