Japanese
Lantern, early 19th century
Wrought iron with paper shades, 45.7 x 20.3 x 49.5 cm (18 x 8 x 19 1/2 in.)
Wrought iron hanging lantern in the form of a covered pleasure boat on water. Waves can be seen be lapping against the bottom of the boat. On the boat there is a square shaped box with yellow paper screens. On one of the side screens there are two metal silhouettes. The front of the box inside of the boat has a door with a paper screen that also features another metal silhouette. The roof of the boat has a ring with a chain attached and allows for the lantern to be hung.
Blue Room
Commentary
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