Cast Iron Wind Bell "Tamate Lantern"

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Wind chimes are a beloved symbol of summer in Japan, and cast iron furin are prized for their deep, resonant reverberation. Stone lanterns have graced Japanese temples and gardens since the Nara Era (6th century), introduced from China as votive lights before becoming beloved garden ornaments. The Tamate lantern — with its rounded, balanced form — is one of the most classic and enduring silhouettes. Japan’s oldest extant stone lantern can be found at Taima-dera Temple in Nara. 【Specification】・Material: Cast Iron・Size: W6.5 × D6.5 × H10cm (Top: Φ13cm)・Weight: 740g・Made in Japan Product Type: HOME DÉCORCollection: ORNAMENT> WIND BELLCollection: IRON WARE Show more