Vtg Japanese Hanging Paper Lantern for Festival
This is a vintage Japanese candle-type paper lantern. It is displayed during the summer Obon festival to remember ancestors. Hanging type and stand type have the same meaning. Choose what you like and decorate it.
- Japanese hanging paper lantern
- Candle-type (no candle)
- Used for Obon festival
- Floral design
- Round shape
- Blue and white tassels
- Words on the box: Chochin, lantern, Goen, Chieko Watanabe
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Words on the back of the lid: 勝隆院嘉岳大義居土 (Shoryuin temple), Chieko Watanabe
- A pin for a candle on the center bottom
- Name inside the bottom, Watanabe Chieko
- Wood frame (Can be folded)
- Paper, wood
- C1980
- Item weight: 300 grams
- Packed weight: 1300 grams
- Approx. 33 cm wide x 78 cm tall
- Good condition considering its age. Large tear on the bottom. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- We got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi in Gifu, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, 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 don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
