RARE! BIG! Japanese Antique 1800s bronze Lantern Buddhist temple, garden lamp Hanging Lantern Tsuridoro open work H16.1in/H41cm

RARE! BIG! Japanese Antique 1800s bronze Lantern Buddhist temple, garden lamp Hanging Lantern Tsuridoro open work H16.1in/H41cm.

Beautiful lanterns made of copper. This is called a 灯籠TOURO lantern.
In Japan, lanterns are not just lights, but have Buddhist connotations.

These beautiful lanterns are made of copper and have a large and very old atmosphere. This is called a hanging lantern. It is very cool with its large size and beautiful greenish-blue atmosphere of age. It is ready to use immediately.
When the light is put in, the openwork of the arabesque creates an even better atmosphere.

The door can be opened, and a candle or other light is placed inside to illuminate the foot. Particularly famous are the votive lanterns hung from the eaves of the corridors of Kasuga Taisha Shrine and Itsukushima Shrine.
The history of this custom is long, and the custom of offering lanterns to shrines and temples is said to have started around the Heian period (794-1185).
In Japan, tōmyo is not just a light, but has a Buddhist connotation.
In Buddhism, “tōmyo” is believed to ward off evil spirits, and the custom of lighting a fire in front of the Buddha has been handed down to the present day. It also has the meaning of guiding the deceased so that they will not be lost in the afterlife.
In Japan, they are displayed in temples, inns, and Japanese gardens. The overall color is rust, creating a cool atmosphere.
The surroundings are openworked with flowers, plants, and arabesque patterns.
It is beautiful not only when hung, but of course also when simply placed and used.

□ Size: H 16.1in × W 14in × D 14in （about H41cm×W35.5cm×D35.5cm ）
□ Weight : 91.5oz (2600g)
□ Material : Bronze, paper

condition...
It is in very good condition, but has rust etc. throughout.

I list antiques that sometimes have chips, rubbings and cracks
as they are very old antiques so please check the images and understand the current
condition before buying.