Description

8 1/4" inch tall copy of a traditional Shinsaku-Yukimi Asian Ceramic Lantern Statues consist of 2 separately made molded parts, and the top can hold a candle. Originally, garden lanterns (ishi-doro) and pagodas were introduced into Japan from China in the 6th century (Asuka period) at the same time as Buddhism, and were primarily used to light the front of Buddhist temples. They converted under the influence by Japanese tea-master Sen-no-Rikkyu in the late 1500s to light evening Japanese tea ceremonies. Today, lanterns and pagodas are primarily used for garden enhancements and for visual delight. The enchanting range of garden lanterns, pagodas and sculptures add simplicity and balance to the garden landscape. These beautiful miniature structures can be used to add depth to your Asian garden, aquariums, Bonsai arrangements, or simply use them as an accent within the greenery--a beautiful addition to any fine garden landscape setting.