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Lantern Rod
China. Qing dynasty, 19th century
Red lacquer on wood; mounts iron
52.7 cm (21 3/4 in.)
The lantern rod is carved along its central section with a tapering rope twist and is lacquered overall in muted red. The handle is mounted with an iron sheath with a curved hook for hanging the rod and the other end is mounted with an iron sheath and ring for suspending a lantern.
Lantern Rod
China. Qing dynasty, 19th century
Red lacquer on wood; mounts iron
52.7 cm (21 3/4 in.)
The lantern rod is carved along its central section with a tapering rope twist and is lacquered overall in muted red. The handle is mounted with an iron sheath with a curved hook for hanging the rod and the other end is mounted with an iron sheath and ring for suspending a lantern.