Item Description A hexagonal Japanese-style hanging lantern. Cast metal with an attractive antique brown patina tinged with green. The hipped roof-style top features fine sayagata (swastika fret) patterning, with upswept eaves and serrated edges. Each side panel features openwork carving depicting dragons amid swirling cloud-and-arabesque motifs, with a band of cloud pattern running beneath the roof. One panel opens as a small door with a clasp, allowing access to the interior. The lantern stands freely on six splayed legs, with petal-shaped openwork on the base. The onion-shaped finial at the top has a small hole fitted with a movable hanging ring, making it suitable for both hanging and display as a freestanding piece. The openwork carving is crisp and the roof patterning is well-defined. Dimensions Height: 25 cm Width: 26 cm Depth: 22.5 cm Weight 2624 g Condition In generally good condition with no notable damage. As shown in the photographs, there are minor signs of age and handling, including light surface wear and small patches of patina variation. Additional Information Type: Hanging lantern (can also be displayed as a freestanding piece) Material: Cast metal with antique finish Features: Door with clasp, openwork base, movable hanging ring No signature or inscription has been 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 months by surface/sea mail. Because Japan Post has stopped accepting shipments of goods valued at €150 or less to Austria, Denmark, Germany, Finland, France, Belgium, Portugal, and Luxembourg, we are required to use DHL for deliveries to these countries. Consequently, the shipping charges are considerably higher. 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.