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Lot 2006
Pair of Japanese Bronze Temple Lanterns Fitted as Table Lamps
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Mid-late 19th century, each a gilt bronze lantern having four reticulated panels featuring dragon decoration in high relief and a Tokugawa family kamon seal medallion, one panel hinged, fitted with late 20th-century custom stand and finials, electrified; presented with off white fabric shades.

DOA 29 x 17 x 15 in.

Some scattered areas of oxidation and verdigris, solder repair to each hinge, and one with repair at top; the closure of one retained but no longer attached; not tested for functionality, minor spotting to shades.