“Antique Chochin Japan foldable lantern portable candle stand 1800's Edo craft

Antique Japanese foldable portable lantern Chochin well preserved outer structure made of lacquered paper structure and bronze. In its original conditions as found, wax sediments, inner foldable paper screen remains found but not available due to its deteriorated conditions (photo available on request). Buyer will decide to restore it or not.

Period: 1800 Edo era

Dimensions: lantern Diam 16.5 cm, weight 0.250Kg + wrapping

Conditions: good, wear from long usage and time, please see photos

Materials: lacquered paper, bronze.”