Japanese Buddhist Altar Fitting Bronze Hanging Lantern Rinto Spare Part BA811

Japanese Buddhist Altar Fitting Hanging Lantern Butsugu Parts

This is a spare part from a vintage Japanese Buddhist brass metal hanging lantern, or rinto, made to be hung in Buddhist altars (butsugu). In particular, this bronze metal part is used as a cup or reservoir in the bottom part of the rinto set. This style typically sits fitted on a small stack of metal plates (secured by the ring at the bottom).

• Brown
• Bronze, metal
• C1970
• Item weight: 39 grams
• Packed weight: 200 grams
• Approx. 4.5 cm wide x 2.5 cm tall; [Bottom ring inside diameter] 1.2 cm wide
• Good condition considering age. Some scratches. 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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