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Pair Japanese Rare Pair Big Foot Owl Candle Lanterns 1960 s
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1333 Japanese rare pair big foot candle lanterns with removable top. Can be used as incense
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Vintage 1960s Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pair Big Red And Gold Lighting Lanterns Radiate Beautiful Night Light
Located in South Burlington, VT
. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a traditional lantern made of stone, wood
Category

20th Century Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Hummingbird Handpainted Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
hundreds of Japanese lanterns. In addition to its unique shape, it is finely detailed with painted feathers
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20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Vintage Old Light House Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Garden Association. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a traditional lantern
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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Isamu Noguchi Bamboo and Paper Lantern Floor Lamp, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Washington, DC
Early floor lamp by Isamu Noguchi. Cast iron base marked "Made in Japan". Retains the original
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Tall Old Light House Lantern Hand Painted Red, White, And Blue
Located in South Burlington, VT
American Japanese Garden Association. History of Japanese lanterns: In Japan a to¯ro¯ (lantern) is a
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Pair Japanese Iron Lanterns
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare matching pair of cast iron electrified lanterns 11" dia x 14" high(base to top of
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20th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Meiji Iron Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Minimalist Japanese iron lantern frame. Meiji (1868-1912) period.
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Temple Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Meiji period Japanese iron lantern from a temple in Kyoto, Japan. c1890s 307370-90010
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

!9th C Iron Japanese Lantern
Located in Hudson, NY
Bold and Heavily Aged Iron Japanese Hanging Light. Wonderful Patina and Surface
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Silver Gilt Japanese Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sold Individually
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20th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron, Vermeil, Silver

19th C. Iron Temple Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A 19th Century Japanese Iron Temple Lantern
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

19th C. Iron Temple Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A 19th Century Japanese Iron Temple Lantern
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Asian Lanterns
Located in Highland Park, IL
This is a pair of 1960s asian inspired cast iron lanterns newly powdercoated black
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Vintage 1960s American Anglo-Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

19th C. Iron Temple Lantern
Located in New York, NY
A 19th Century Japanese Iron Temple Lantern (one of three)
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Tsuri-toro Shadow Garden Lantern
Located in Sarasota, FL
Metal Japanese Garden Lantern "Tsuri-toro" having translucent shoji paper panels set into the
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Pair of Iron Japanese Laterns
Located in New York, NY
Pair of iron Japanese lanterns
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20th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Pagoda Lantern with Gilt Cicada Ornament
Located in Essex, MA
A Japanese wrought iron lantern of pagoda form, the circular hanging ring loop decorated with a
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron

Andon, paper lantern
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Andon is a lantern traditionally used inside a Japanese house. It has a wooden frame covered with
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Temple Hanging Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful hanging light with parchment interior shade and repousse meditation dragon image on bottom as shown images 9 & 10. Up dated wiring and custom made ceiling canopy. Chain to...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Lanterns

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Japanese Cast Iron Hanging Lantern
Located in Seattle, WA
Japanese cast iron hanging lantern (tetsu toro). The spherical lantern with reticulated gourd forms
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Cast Iron Hanging Lantern
Located in Seattle, WA
Japanese iron and bronze lantern (toro). The gently flairing designed to be placed on a stone, the
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Aviation Objects

Materials

Iron, Bronze

Iron Tea Garden Lantern with Calligraphy Japanese Art
Located in Monterey, CA
Iron tea garden lantern with calligraphy on roof Material: Iron Origin: Japan Age: circa 1900s
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20th Century Japanese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Iron Tea Garden Art Lantern with Hexagonal Roof Japanese
Located in Monterey, CA
Iron tea garden lantern with hexagonal roof Material: Iron Origin: Japan Age: circa 1900s Size
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20th Century Japanese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Iron Lantern in Shape of Minka House Garden Art Japanese
Located in Monterey, CA
Iron lantern in shape of Minka House Material: Iron Origin: Japan Age: circa 1900s. Size: 11" x
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20th Century Japanese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Iron Tea Garden Lantern with Pattern of Three Rows of Squares Japanese
Located in Monterey, CA
Iron tea garden lantern with pattern of three rows of squares Material: Iron Origin: Japan Age
Category

20th Century Japanese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Iron Tea Garden Lantern with Pattern of Four Rows of Squares Japanese
Located in Monterey, CA
Iron tea garden lantern with pattern of four rows of squares Material: Iron Origin: Japan Age
Category

20th Century Japanese Meiji Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japanese Style Iron Lanterns Wired as Lamps Found In France
Located in Houston, TX
A pair of tall Japanese style contemporary iron table lamps found in France each featuring a square
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20th Century French Japonisme Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Iron Lantern with Gold Gilt Roof Detail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two Available (sold seperately)
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20th Century Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Japanese Cast Iron Eagle Tea House Garden Lantern
Located in Ferndale, MI
An antique Japanese cast iron eagle tea house garden lantern from the Taisho period. Well patinated
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Iron Tea Garden Art Lantern with Pattern of Three Rows of Squares Japanese
Located in Monterey, CA
Iron tea garden lantern with pattern of three rows of squares. Material: Iron Origin: Japan Age
Category

20th Century Japanese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Nautical Brass Ship s Signaling Lantern
Located in Heath, MA
A solid brass daylight signaling lamp salvaged from a Japanese naval vessel and attentively
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Late 20th Century Japanese Industrial Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Iron

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Japanese Iron Lantern For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Japanese iron lantern available at 1stDibs. Each Japanese iron lantern for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and bronze. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Japanese iron lantern — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each Japanese iron lantern bearing mid-century modern, Art Nouveau or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Japanese iron lantern over the years, but those crafted by Isamu Noguchi and Otagiri Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Japanese Iron Lantern?

The average selling price for a Japanese iron lantern at 1stDibs is $698, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $68,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Japanese Iron Lantern
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A cherished part of Japanese culture, Japanese lanterns symbolize love, brightness and most important of all - protection from evil. Find a collection of expertly vetted Japanese lanterns from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The various types of Japanese lanterns have different purposes and meanings. Chōchin refers to the traditional paper-covered lanterns which are designed to hang from a hook or pole. Tsuridourou are oil lanterns that hang from the ceiling, and are usually only seen in temples. Ishidourou are made of granite and can be found in gardens and temples, and are only used in special celebrations. You’ll find a collection of Japanese lanterns from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese lanterns are often made of paper or silk, with a bamboo wood frame. Traditionally a candle supplied the light, but many of them today are either battery or solar operated. Shop a collection of Japanese lanterns from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.