Japanese Hanging Lanterns
Antique Pair of Japanese Temple Hanging Bronze Lantern
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular pair of Japanese Temple hanging bronze lantern. Definitely wonderful Japan bronze craft
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
Wrought Iron 5 Japanese Lanterns Chandelier
Located in Stamford, CT
Wrought iron chandelier with five hanging Japanese style lanterns. Lanterns are milk glass with
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Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Austro-Hungarian Silver and Enamel Cigarette / Card Case
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
traditional Japanese lanterns hanging from tree branches overhead.
The sides of this cigarette case and
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20th Century Slovenian Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Materials
Silver, Enamel
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Hanging Japanese Copper Lantern
Located in Seattle, WA
A massive Japanese hanging copper lantern with partial gilt leaf. The hexagonal lantern with
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
20th Century Japanese Brass Lantern
Located in Houston, TX
Early 20th century Japanese pierced brass lotus form hanging lantern.
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Early 20th Century Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Massive Japanese Bronze Temple Lantern
Located in Seattle, WA
Massive Japanese gilt bronze hanging temple lantern. The square shaped lantern with etched surface
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Japanese Brass Hanging Lantern
Located in Essex, MA
With ring finial and pagoda top with chrysanthemum rosettes, open grillwork lantern area, four
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Antique 1870s Japanese Meiji Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Japanese Gilt Bronze Hanging Lantern
Located in Charleston, SC
Japanese Pagoda gilt bronze hanging lantern with filligree, hand chase work, and floral motif
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lanterns
Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern /Traditional Lighting/"Version
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japan.
This hanging lantern is filled with auspicious designs.
It's also very nice to just hang it
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Old Japanese Copper Hanging Lantern / Showa Period / Gorgeous Temple Lighting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A copper hanging lantern made in the Showa period in Japan.
Lanterns are lighting fixtures
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20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern /Traditional Lighting/"Version 1"
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a bronze cast lantern made in the middle of the Showa period in Japan.
You can see that it
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Rare Japanese Bronze circa 1930 Hanging Lantern Decorated with Floral Scenes
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare solid bronze Japanese hanging lantern
A good
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Modern Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
H 13 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
Japan Rare Pair Hanging Robin Birds Garden Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese acquisitions
First pair of "swingers" we have seen in this hanging
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Hanging Stoneware Lantern One-of-a-Kind Takayama Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
seldom seen oval form hand formed hanging stoneware lantern crafted in -Shino-yaki- style and kiln. It
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Pottery
Japanese Antique Hanging Lantern Type Glass Pendant Light / Ceiling Lighting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We have an aesthetic sense peculiar to Japanese people.
And we introduce the unique items that
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Taisho Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper
Japanese Bronze Hanging Lantern/ Bronze Lamp / Antique Casting Lantern
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
for hanging.
vintage chain.
This item is in very good condition.
It is recommended.
Lantern
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Copper Antique Hanging Lantern /Ceiling Hanging Lighting/1900-1940
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Lighting made from the Taisho era to the early Showa period in Japan.
A simple and timeless design
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Copper
H 9.22 in W 9.85 in D 9.73 in
Japanese Cast Iron Nambu Owl Hanging Lantern 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylized cast iron owl sculpture from Japan. Holds one candle. Nice patina throughout. Stamped
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Hanging Lantern/Casting Brass with Cherry Blossom
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a cast brass lantern made in Japan from the Taisho period to the early Showa period (1900
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Brass
Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern /Traditional Lighting/"type B"
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japan.
This hanging lantern is filled with auspicious designs.
It's also very nice to just hang it with
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Old Bronze Cast Hanging Lanterns / 20th Century / Traditional Lighting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is a hanging lantern made of bronze casting from the Taisho era to the middle of the Showa era
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
H 10.24 in Dm 9.26 in
Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern /Traditional Lighting/"type A"
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a bronze cast lantern made in the middle of the Showa period in Japan.
You can see that it
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern 'No.2' /Traditional Lighting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a bronze cast lantern made in the middle of the Showa period in Japan.
You can see that it
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Old Bronze Casting Hanging Lantern 'No.1' /Traditional Lighting
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a bronze cast lantern made in the middle of the Showa period in Japan.
You can see that it
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Isamu Noguchi Hanging Lantern
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Buffalo, NY
paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form. Handmade washi paper and
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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Japanese Copper Antique Hanging Lantern/Pendant Light with Ceiling, 1900-1920
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Lighting made from the Taisho era to the early Showa period in Japan.
This is an unusual shape
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns
Materials
Copper
Japanese Lantern in Tole, 19th Century
Located in Doylestown, PA
A 19th century Japanese tole hanging lantern, pagoda form, with cicada on handle.
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns
Materials
Tôle
Japanese Pair Silk "Spring Flowers" Hanging Lantern Lights
Located in South Burlington, VT
painted silk hanging lantern pendant lights - each hand painted with fine floral designs and constructed
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20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Silk, Wood, Resin
Japanese Fine Antique Bronze "Hollyhock" Garden Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions, 16 inches tall
A charming Japanese Antique Bronze Hanging
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Hanging Lantern
Located in San Francisco, CA
A decorative and elegant Japanese hanging lantern made early in the 20 th century. We do not know
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Early 20th Century Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Bronze Japanese Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful bronze Japanese hanging lantern/pendant, ball-shaped, with leaf and vine detail.
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Modern Japanese Lantern Hanging Lights
Located in East Hampton, NY
These lantern light fixtures are a classic look for the mid-century home.
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Vintage 1960s American Lanterns
Materials
Wood, Paper
Hanging Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Arts and Crafts hanging lantern showing Japanese influence. Newly rewired.
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20th Century American Lanterns
Materials
Parchment Paper
Larger Japanese Wood Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Intricate and well-made larger Japanese pagoda-style hanging wood lantern.
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Wood, Glass
Japanese Temple Hanging Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful hanging light with parchment interior shade and repousse meditation dragon image on
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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
Japanese Copper and Porcelain Hanging Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Hexagonal Shaped , Porcelain Globe
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20th Century Japanese Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Antique Japanese Bronze Hanging Lantern
Located in Summerland, CA
Early 1900s Japanese bronze lantern. Large six sided pierced design with dragons and family crest
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Early 20th Century Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Danish Triple Hanging Lamp
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A great design influenced by Japanese hanging lanterns. The globes are molded crackle glass, with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
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Early 20th Century Russian Sterling Silver
Materials
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Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
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Japanese Hanging Lanterns For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of Japanese hanging lanterns available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and iron, all Japanese hanging lanterns available were constructed with great care. Japanese hanging lanterns have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Japanese hanging lanterns made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made Japanese hanging lanterns over the years, but those made by Isamu Noguchi are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Japanese Hanging Lanterns?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,450, while they’re typically $148 on the low end and $18,000 highest priced.
Questions About Japanese Hanging Lanterns
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2022Japanese 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.
- How do I hang a Japanese scroll?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To hang a Japanese wall scroll, first install a nail or hook in the wall. Then, hold the screen in your non-dominant hand and use a forked bamboo stick or similar implement to grip the string attached to the top. Using the stick, lift the scroll onto the hook. Then, slowly unroll the scroll. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Japanese wall scrolls.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.