Vtg Japanese Hanging Paper Lantern
This is a Japanese vintage hanging paper lantern or Chochin. This large oblong paper lantern is foldable. It is decorated with a beautiful and colorful floral pattern. It has Japanese characters painted on the front and on the back and a built-in metal candle holder in the center of the base, which enables one to place a real candle inside of it. This lantern was probably used as an offering to the Japanese gods.
- Paper, wood, metal
- White, floral design, black Japanese characters
- C1950
- Kanjis (Japanese characters)
- Front: 御神燈 goshinto (lantern for God)
- Back: 岡崎市合併記念 okazaki-shi gappei kinen (celebration for the merger of Okazaki city)
- Item weight: 287 grams
- Packed weight: 800 grams
- Approx. 40 cm wide x 60 cm tall
- Good condition considering its age. Discoloration. Tears on paper. Black paint peels. 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.
