Item Description This is a Japanese cast iron ornament in the form of a garden lantern (tōrō), in the style of Nambu ironware. It has a hexagonal pagoda-style roof with upturned eaves, topped with a rounded jewel-shaped finial (hōju). The roof is pierced with three openings. The hexagonal body rests on a three-legged stand whose curved, scrolled feet give the piece an elegant silhouette. The surface has a textured pale green finish over a darker base tone, which gives it a subtle, antique-like appearance. The piece separates into three parts: the roof with finial, the hexagonal body, and the tripod stand. It was received as a gift several years ago and kept in storage without being used. It would suit a Japanese-style interior, a tokonoma display, or a shelf or desk, and it may also appeal to collectors of Japanese ironwork and incense-related objects. Size Height: 18 cm Width: 18 cm Depth: 15 cm Weight 1,636 g Condition Very good, near-unused condition, with no stains or damage to the body observed. Small traces of orange rust are visible around the base of the finial, where it joins the roof, as shown in the close-up photographs. Additional Information Material: Cast iron Form: Lantern-shaped ornament (three separable parts) Origin: Japan Maker or brand: Not marked or identified 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.