Vtg Japanese Buddhist Altar Decorative Kouran Railing

This is a vintage Japanese part of a Buddhist altar called kouran. It is the decorative railing that decorates the front part of the top step of the butsudan. It is a set of four pieces made of wood; two large angled pieces and two small end pieces. It is lacquered with a rich crimson red and the bottom base is natural wood. In addition to gold painted accents, there are small brass plate embellishments on the posts of each piece. It can be used as spare parts for repair or as a general decoration. 

• Red, gold
• 4pcs
• Wood, metal
• C1950
• Item weight: 239 grams
• Packed weight: 539 grams 
• Approx. [Large Pieces] 16 cm long x 21 cm wide x 9 cm tall; [Short Pieces] 8.5 cm long x 2.2 cm wide x 9 cm tall
• Good condition considering age. Paint worn in some places. Brass has patina. Light scratches. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
• We picked this up from an antique auction in Tajimi, Gifu in Japan

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