Lantern - Buddhism Vintage Japanese lantern - 行灯 Andon Lamp Light

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Vintage Japanese Buddhist lantern (andon) from the Showa era, Japan, 83 cm high, 42 cm wide, 40 cm deep, about 1.2 kg, dating to 1970–1980, in excellent condition and in working order, with a bamboo bulging frame and a flower motif, including a country conversion plug.

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Vintage Japanese Lantern Lamp, Andon.

This is a traditional Japanese Buddhist lantern.
It has been used in Buddhist rituals, ceremonies and temples in Japan for over 1000 years.
The lantern has a flower picture on it.
The unique light that shines through the paper looks like a person's soul and gently flickers.
The rounded, bulging lantern frame is made of bamboo, which gives it strength. It can also be folded.

This was made in the Showa era(1926-1989).
The plug is made in Japan, but we will also include a conversion plug that can be used in your country.

Size
Height 83cm. Width 42cm

Vintage Japanese Lantern Lamp, Andon.

This is a traditional Japanese Buddhist lantern.
It has been used in Buddhist rituals, ceremonies and temples in Japan for over 1000 years.
The lantern has a flower picture on it.
The unique light that shines through the paper looks like a person's soul and gently flickers.
The rounded, bulging lantern frame is made of bamboo, which gives it strength. It can also be folded.

This was made in the Showa era(1926-1989).
The plug is made in Japan, but we will also include a conversion plug that can be used in your country.

Size
Height 83cm. Width 42cm

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
行灯 Andon Lamp Light
Material
Buddhism Vintage Japanese lantern
Country of Origin
Japan
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In Working Order
Yes
Height
83 cm
Width
42 cm
Depth
40 cm
Weight
1200 g
Estimated Period
1970-1980
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Objects sold
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