Japanese Buddhist Altar Fitting Shokudai Candle Stand

This is a Japanese vintage brass candle stand, Shokudai. Some sects of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism use this crane and turtle candle stand. In Japanese Buddhism, the candle stand is a fundamental Buddhist tool used in most sects. In the Buddhist world, the light that shines a warmly in the darkness has been considered the light of Buddha’s wisdom and mercy. 

• Gold color
• Brass
• C1930
• Item weight: 850 grams
• Packed weight: 1100 grams
• Approx. 6 cm long x 10 cm wide x 28 cm tall
• Good condition considering age. Small specks of rust throughout. Wax residue. Leans slightly one way. Wear and 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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