Japanese Pair Buddhist Altar Fitting Hanging Lantern Butsugu w/Box
This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist brass hanging lantern, or rinto, made to be hung in Buddhist altars (butsugu). It is a bright brass gold color with detailed chrysanthemum floral motifs throughout. They come with electric lights (not attached) that require rewiring. They can also be used with candles or other non-wire lights.
Rinto is a brass lantern used to light up the inside of a Buddhist altar with candles, and can sometimes be made electric. It is also a beautiful decorative item on its own.
- Gold color
- Brass
- C1970
- Item weight: 2300 grams
- Packed weight: 2700 grams
- Approx. 13 cm wide x 40 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Some scratches and scuffs. Tarnishing in some places. Wear tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan.
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. In my past 18 years of living in Japan, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions please contact us.
