Japanese Buddhist Altar Fitting Brass Hanging Lantern Rinto Crane Butsudan BA484

Japanese Pair Buddhist Altar Fitting Hanging Lantern Butsugu

This is a vintage Japanese Buddhist brass hanging lantern, or rinto, made to be hung in buddhist altars (butsugu). It is a muted brass with a gold color and minimal design detail. This set features small weights in the shape of cranes (tsuru). Rinto is a brass lantern used to light up the inside of a Buddhist altar with candles and some times can be made electric. It is also a beautiful decorative item on its own.

• Gold color
• Brass
• C1960
• Item weight: 1280 grams
• Packed weight: 1700 grams
• Approx. 12 cm wide x 28 cm tall
• Good condition considering age. Discoloration and slight scratches. Wear tear due to age. Please see the photos.
• This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya

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