Hexagonal Wall Lantern

Hexagonal Wall LanternAndon or lamp in a hexagonal tall form, made for hanging on a wall or pillar; with a piercework band or scrolling cloud karakusa at the top and another enclosing the center of the window panels with repeating paulownia crests. Assembled of hammered and piercework copper; repapered with durable Warlon or washi fiberglass paper suitable for sheltered, exterior use. The interior with a circular support for an oil lamp dish. With a chiseled inscription on

representing the unbroken continuity of wisdom

with Japanese kanji visible across its surface

A silk bag and a wooden box is included

The interior with a circular support for an oil lamp dish

She is easily identifiable by her full cheeks and is often portrayed in a humorous manner

gently curved

Vermillion red with a silver rim

and painting the paper to complete it

signifies renewal and the promise of spring

with the lower part featuring the additional interwoven wisteria

A particularly fine example in excellent condition

the Zen Buddhist monk who is depicted in a seated posture