Roman & Daniela Jost Japanese & Chinese Stone Lantern Huebwiesenstrasse 52a, CH-8954 Geroldswil/ZH Tel. 044 747 03 71 E-Mail: [email protected] www.stonelantern.ch
Roman & Daniela Jost Japanese & Chinese Stonelantern Huebwiesenstrasse 52a, CH-8954 Geroldswil/ZH Tel. 044 747 03 71 E-Mail: [email protected] www.stonelantern.ch
Traditional Japanese and Chinese lanterns are essential to give authenticity to an Eastern themed garden with its simplicity and harmony.
Originally, stone lanterns and pagodas (jp. ishi-doro) were introduced into Japan from China in the 6th century (Asuka period) at the same time as Buddhism, primarily used to light the front of Buddhist temples.
Made of metal and mainly used to light doorways to shrines and temples, they converted under the influence by Japanese tea-master Sen-no-Rikkyu in the late 1500s to really become a major garden element made out of granite stone. Japanese tea ceremonies were often held in the evenings and light was needed to guide guests to the tea room.
Stone lanterns and pagodas come in many different sizes and shapes, but common to them all is a hollowed light chamber (hibukuro) made to hold any kind of light source such as electric lights, candles or oil lamps.
Stone lanterns can be classified into four basic categories:
- Yukimi-gata (snow-viewing lanterns) - Tachi-gata (pedestal lanterns) - Ikekomi-gata (buried lanterns) - Oki-gata (small lanterns)
One last word regarding availability. We have a large selection of our products on stock in Switzerland. However, due to limited space, we do not always have all items on stock shown on our website. For items not on stock, we generally need about 3 months of delivery time depending on the number of items and sizes we plan to order.
Our manufacturers are extremely flexible. Should you have any special ideas and wish to purchase custom made lantern or sculptures, please talk to us, it will be our pleasure in assisting you.
Please don't hesitate to contact us to arrange an appointment. You will enjoy even just browsing.
Roman & Daniela Jost
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Product-Catalogue: Yukimi-Gata "snow viewing" lantern
The Yukimi stone lantern 織部灯籠 , or "snow viewing" lantern (yukimi doro)", appeared first in the early Edo period. It is believed to have been used to mark peninsular landmasses and is often seen on the edge of the landscape or the plane of a frozen lake. These traditional Japanese lanterns are essential to give authenticity to a Japanese garden, and yet will grace any garden. The lantern has no shaft and instead rests on three or four legs that arch outward from the base. It usually sits relatively low to the ground, and combined with the multiple legs, it lends a sense of stability to a landscape. This style of lantern is so named because it shows is best under a mantle of snow.
Although "Yukimi" is the Japanese custom of "snow-viewing", the original Japanese character may have meant "floating light".
The kasa (cap or roof) is also much broader than in other Japanese styles lantern. The term 'snow- viewing' refers to the kasa's resemblance to a bamboo hat with an accumulation of snow on the top. The main part of the lantern is usually either round, six- or eight-sided. It is usually supported by a four-legged base but can have from 3 to 6 legs depending on the style.
Where a stone lantern has a "New Moon" shaped opening this should always be turned toward the west, while a "Full Moon" shaped opening should be turned toward the east according to the opinion of some Tea Masters. However, to others, this is of no great importance and they prefer to turn the lantern so that the light looks best in the garden.
Yukimi lanterns have the following five elements stacked one atop the other. - Kurin (ornamental top or finial) - Kasa (cap or roof) - Hibukuro (light chamber or fire box) - Chudai or ukebachi (middle stand, platform for the firebox) - Jirin or dai (base) can have one to six feet
Yukimi lanterns are made of natural frost resistant granite with pre-drilled hole for electrical wiring. However, in many cases, an external 'spot light' pointing to the yukimi make an even more impressive focal point during night time to complete your Eastern themed garden. Due to the impressive weight of granite each lantern is carved into the above mentioned five separate pieces.
Kodai Maru Yukimi The simplest of the Japanese lanterns is often traditionally placed by a pond or stream. The Kodai Maru Yukimi is reduced to the max and in line with the zen tradition of simplicity. No. of elements: 5
No. Height ------J-02a 45 cm J-02b 60 cm
larger size on request
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Product-Catalogue: Yukimi-Gata "snow viewing" lantern
Kodai Yukimi Japanese granite lantern with traditional square legs.Plain design with open style hexagonal light chamber and hexagonal kasa (capping piece). Often seen close to a pond. No. of elements: 5
No. Height ------J-07a 45 cm J-07b 60 cm
J-25b Maru Yukimi Lantern with inward turning three legged base. Round design lantern with delicate lattice work, roof and capping piece. Lotus ornament on the roof piece. No. of elements: 5 Height in cm: 60
Rokkaku Yukimi top, roof with 6 corners lighthouse with 6 lattice openings whole appearance well decorated 4 feet No. of elements: 5
No. Height ------V01-S 43 cm V01-M 54 cm V01-L 72 cm V01-XL 76 cm
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Product-Catalogue: Yukimi-Gata "snow viewing" lantern
Kodai Maru Yukimi The simplest of the Japanese lanterns is often traditionally placed by a pond or stream. The Kodai Maru Yukimi is reduced to the max and in line with the zen tradition of simplicity. No. of elements: 5
No. Height ------V02-M 49 cm V02-L 68 cm larger size on request
Kodai Yukimi Japanese granite lantern with traditional square legs.Plain design with open style hexagonal light chamber and hexagonal kasa (capping piece). Often seen close to a pond. No. of elements: 5
No. Height ------V07-S 35 cm V07-M 50 cm V07-L 64 cm
V08 Kodai Yukimi with wooden frames Japanese granite lantern with traditional square legs.Plain design. chamber and hexagonal kasa with wooden frames Often seen close to a pond or indoor use. No. of elements: 5 Height in cm: 65
Ryutsuki Rokkaku Yukimi The Ryutsuki Rokkaku Yukimi is a blended lantern based on the traditional Rokkaku Yukimi with an impressive dragon on top of the roof. Two frogs are shown on the chudai. No. of elements: 5
Article No: XHLRRb Price on request
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Product-Catalogue: Tachi-Gata Pedestal Lanterns
Tachi-Gata (pedestal lanterns) also called Tachi-Doro (standing lantern built to imitate temple lanterns) can be easily identified by their large base or pedestal.
The first lanterns of this classic beauty date back to the early "Ashikaga period" in the eighth century and were typically used to light temples and shrines.
To place the Tachi-Gata bury the pedestal portion into the ground up to the point where the carving begins.
Shinzentouro Traditional temple lantern with pagoda style roof Wooden framed light chamber Elegant base with two Kanji signs
No. of elements: 7
No. Height ------J-05a 120 cm J-05b 150 cm
The greater Kyoto area with Mt. Hiei and the small town Takayama is well known for displaying Shinzentouro stone lanterns.
Nuresagi This lantern dates back to the Edo-Period. Only few Nuresagi lanterns remain today and are considered as very valuable items in Japan. light chamber with different symbols No. of elements: 6
The Nuresagi lantern is so named for its form that suggests a wet heron or crane standing on one leg. The kasa (cap) with the down folded lotus leaves represent Buddha. The lantern looks beautiful on a tranquil green shrubs along the garden path with its light chamber windows directed to the visitor.
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Product-Catalogue: Tachi-Gata Pedestal Lanterns
Kasuga The Kasuga is the best known Tachi-Gata type lantern. It has a Pagoda style hat (kasa) and a side panel featuring often the image of a deer No. of elements: 6
It is named after ancient Kasuga shrine ( 春日大社 , Kasuga-taisha) in Nara, Japan. The shrine was established 768 A.D. and rebuilt several times over the centuries. It is the shrine of the important Fujiwara family.
Kasuga The Kasuga is the best known Tachi-Gata type lantern. It has a Pagoda style hat (kasa) and a side panel featuring often the image of a deer No. of elements: 6
It is named after ancient Kasuga shrine ( 春日大社 , Kasuga-taisha) in Nara, Japan. The shrine was established 768 A.D. and rebuilt several times over the centuries. It is the shrine of the important Fujiwara family.
V61 Hokkeji traditional pedestal lantern square and curved roof elegant and slim lantern rosettes decoration on foot and middle element No. of elements: 6 Height in cm: 93
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Product-Catalogue: Ikekomi-Gata buried Lantern
Ikekomi-Gata (buried lantern) also called ikekomi-doro (planted lanterns) were first produced in Japan during the Momoyama Period (1568-1615). Designed specifically for the roji (gardens developed in conjunction with the tea ceremony) by the ancient tea masters, they are believed to be among the oldest type of garden lanterns.
Due to the lack of a pedestal the shaft is sunk directly into the ground hiding the unfinished portion of the base.
In most cases they have square or round shaft. They are often sited near to a Tsukubai, a water basin. As there is only a small hole required to install the lantern minimal damages to already existing plants and roots will occur.
J-14 Kakujukou The Kakujukou is an elegant Japanese guide stone made from solid granite in the Ikekomi-gata style. Usually placed at the entrance to a pathway. No. of elements: 2 Height in cm: 90
J-32 Shoukintei Shoukintei lanterns are named after the oldest and largest of the four tea pavilions at Katsura Palace, an imperial villa located in Kyoto, Japan. All elements of the Shoukintei lantern are round. No. of elements: 5 Height in cm: 90
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Product-Catalogue: Ikekomi-Gata buried Lantern
Oribe It has no foundation stone, but sits on a square pedestal (sao) planted into the ground for stability. crescent moon and full moon shape openings No. of elements: 5
The Oribe lantern is one of the oldest Japanese stone lantern designs. Oribe is credited for its influence in shaping the garden into a space for tea ceremonies. Simple and elegant, the ikekomi-gata style stone lantern is installed by burying the base of the post directly in the ground.
Article No: V31
V62 Takimi modern lantern square roof curved light house this lantern must be planted into the ground No. of elements: 5 Height in cm: 85
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Product-Catalogue: Oki-Gata
The Oki-doro, small or set type movable lantern, are based on the design of bronze temple lanterns from the Asuka Period. Due to rising land prices, small lanterns came into favor as it became too expensive to build large garden spaces.
In a compact, intimate garden an Oki-gata lantern may be used to create a point of interest. These are lanterns small enough to be placed on top of a stone and often used to illuminate the edge of a pond, paths or in smaller gardens. Inside the home, these unobtrusive lanterns look beautiful close to tropical plants in a sunroom.
They usually don't have a shaft or legs and are appropriate for a small space.
J-04 Uzuki pretty small lantern with roof 38 cm x 38 cm Lighthouse with sun/moon and lattice openings solid base with 4 legs No. of elements: 4 Height in cm: 52
J-16 Misaki The Misaki lantern is usually placed on a bed of pebbles or near a pond. In a dry garden Misaki can be used with great effect. One of the most classic pieces! No. of elements: 4 Height in cm: 45
J-27 Shoukintei Chisai Small round lovely Oki-Gata Light house with sun and moon openings
No. of elements: 4 Height in cm: 50
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Product-Catalogue: Oki-Gata
J-29 Testa light house with lattice, sun and moon openings square design striking roof
No. of elements: 0 Height in cm: 45
J-30 Yosumi small lantern modern design with wooden window
No. of elements: 2 Height in cm: 30
Kajuuji The Kajuuji stone lantern is named after the Kajuuji temple dating from the Edo Period. This modern type of stone lantern is often seen in front of restaurants to attract customers. No. of elements: 7
No. Height ------J-40a 45 cm J-40b 60 cm J-40c 65 cm
Kajuuji The Kajuuji stone lantern is named after the Kajuuji temple dating from the Edo Period. This modern type of stone lantern is often seen in front of restaurants to attract customers. No. of elements: 7
No. Height ------J-42a 45 cm J-42b 60 cm J-42c 65 cm
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Product-Catalogue: Oki-Gata
V03 Rankei Rankei style lantern are usually placed to overlook the waters edge to create beautiful reflected image in the water. They have a base stone and a long, curved stone pedestal. No. of elements: 6 Height in cm: 74
V15 Kakaoki The Kakaoki Lantern is a sturdy Oki-gata with a square roof. light house with lattice openings cone-shaped No. of elements: 3 Height in cm: 55
V16 Misaki The Misaki lantern is usually placed on a bed of pebbles or near a pond. In a dry garden Misaki can be used with great effect. One of the most classic pieces! No. of elements: 4 Height in cm: 45
V60 Tenka Chaya (Chaya = JapaneseTeahouse) elaborate craftsmanship stonelantern with grids drilling hole, can be illuminated from inside No. of elements: 4 Height in cm: 40
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Product-Catalogue: Oki-Gata
XHL15a Kotoji Kotoji means 'harp tuner', in reference to the Japanese music instrument 'koto' said to resemble the bridge (string supporter) on a koto.
No. of elements: 7 Height in cm: 65
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Product-Catalogue: Pagodas and Stone Towers
Stone Pagodas are well known in China, Korea and Japan where they often are placed in front of a Buddhist temple or within the temple surroundings.
Similar in shape to the wooden constructions the stone pagoda made from granite are durable and tend to survive fire out brakes which are a major cause of destruction to temples in earthquake plagued Japan.
Pagodas are usually placed on a hillside or next to a path in an Eastern themed garden. A Pagoda or Stupa serves as a memorial to Buddha honoring his life and teachings throughout Asia.
Most pagodas have an odd number of tiers, however, there are also famous examples such as the Gyeongcheonsa Pagoda in the National Museum in Seoul/Korea, which is made out of marvel and has ten tiers.
The Chinese understood the elements as different types of energy in a state of constant interaction. Although it is usually translated as "element" the Chinese word 'xing' literally means "changing states of being". This is explained as follows:
- Wood feeds fire - Fire creates earth (ash) - Earth bears metal - Metal collects water - Water nourishes wood
Gojunoto Five tiered Stupas represent the five natural elements of the universe, earth, water, fire, wind and metal.
No. of elements: 13
No. Height ------J-17a 160 cm
A lotus flower, the symbol for Buddha, crowns the top of the Pagoda.
XHL12 Juusansoto The Name 'Juusansoto' is related to the Japanese number 13 (juu san) as this pagoda has a total of 13 tiers. Price on request No. of elements: 17 Height in cm: 180
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Product-Catalogue: Akari Stone Lantern
The name Akari means 'light' as illumination. Akari light sculpture feature different style and sizes of stone lantern equipped with wooden framed light house. Acrylic pasted to a wooden frame covers the openings to give a soft, pleasant glow. The appealing design of these lanterns combines different materials such as granite, wood and acryl to cover the wooden framed windows. Today, Akari are often used in smaller gardens to illuminate a focal point or in the sunroom to add some Asian touch to the interior.
J-11 Akari This unusual square lantern is covered by a square roof and a light house with wooden frames and acrylic windows on all sides. For outdoor and indoor use No. of elements: 3 Height in cm: 60
J-13b Sosaku Small is beautiful! And so is the Sosaku Oki-Gata. A sweet little lantern with wooden framed light chamber on all sides. This is the perfect choice if space is limited. No. of elements: 2 Height in cm: 40
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Product-Catalogue: Guide Stones
Guide stones are a beautiful part of Japanese garden design. They were originally used to light the way in gardens and the entrance to temples. Often sited in pairs guide stones were later used as a means of guiding guests to the tea room as the traditional tea ceremony introduced by the tea-master Sen no Rikkyu was usually held in the evenings.
Carved granite lanterns and guide stones are the most recognized and visually stimulating elements in a Japanese garden.
J-18 Miyoshi An elegant, simple classical lantern The name of the original designer "Miyoshi" is carved in the pedestal face front of this guide stone. No. of elements: 3 Height in cm: 90
J-24 Michi Shi Rube/ Guidestone Carved in a square block of stone the light chamber of the Michi Shi Rube guide stone has an opening behind lattice wood can be electrified No. of elements: 1 Height in cm: 90
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Product-Catalogue: Tsukubai, Japanese Water Basin
Another picturesque garden ornament is the stone water basin, tsukubai, with its bamboo dipper, hishaku, for washing hands and drinking in a purification ritual before tea ceremony. Large cut stone basins are found outside temples for the same purpose.
In the classic garden, the basins are either hollowed out by an artisan or are naturally formed by a waterfall. Originally, taller versions where for nobility, but the tea ceremony abolished this distinction and both aristocrat and commoner must bend in equality.
Often a small bamboo pipe supplies a steady stream of water to the basin. When the pipe is rigged to seesaw piece of bamboo that fills with water, tilts, empties itself, and then tilts again with a clap on a rock. The device is called shishi-odoshi. The hollow sound, occurring about every two minutes, is very pleasing to Japanese garden enthusiasts, but the device was created centuries ago to scare wild boars away from the vegetation near mountain streams. Eventually, it was used in gardens to discourage deer and birds.
One of the most famous tsukubai (wash basin) is the zenibachi sitting near the rear of the monks quarters behind the famous Ryoanji Temple (The Temple of the Peaceful Dragon) in Kyoto which is one of the UNESCO world cultural heritage sites in Kyoto. The Tsukubai is a small basin into which water continuously flows. At Buddhist temples in Japan Tsukubai allow visitors to purify themselves by the ritual washing of mouth and hands. The lower elevation of the basin requires the visitor to bend a little bit to reach the water. This suggests supplication and reverence. Looking like an old- fashioned Chinese coin (Zenigata Tsukubai 銭型蹲踞 ), the shape of the stone basin is a circle representing heaven (yang) which is pierced by a square hole representing earth (yin).
It is said that the original Tsukubai has been contributed to the temple by a member of the powerful Tokugawa family, Mitsukuni Tokugawa (1628-1700), a feudal lord and well known for being the compiler of the 'great History of Japan', also known as "Dai-nihon-shi" containing 397 volumes that he started in 1657.
The Ryoanji Tsukubai ( 蹲踞 ), which translates literally as 'crouch' has written kanji on the surface of the stone. These kanji are without significance when read alone. Read clockwise from the left side, the characters mean: arrow, five, short-tailed bird. The fourth and last character, at the bottom, has no meaning on ist own, and that is the clue helping to solve the mystery.
If each character is read in combination with 口 (kuchi), (the form of the central bowl), then the combined characters become 吾, 唯, 足, 知 which reads clockwise as 'ware tada taru (wo) shiru'.
This is a Zen saying that translates literally as 'I only know plenty' ( 吾 = ware = I, 唯 = tada = only, 足 = taru = plenty, 知 = shiru = know). To interpret the meaning of the carvings a little imagination is required as this can be roughly translated as follows: - what one has is all one needs - I am content with what I have - I alone know I am content with things - if you learn to be content, you are rich in spirit - I learn only to be contented - he who learns only to be contented is spiritually rich - all I know in life is to be contented, to be grateful - I know only satisfaction
If you have a chance to visit Kyoto's Ryoanji temple on a quiet day you will be able to hear the peaceful sound of water trickling into the basin and flowing in various locations within the grounds.
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Product-Catalogue: Tsukubai, Japanese Water Basin
J-12a Tetsubachi Round basin The bowl shape of this large basin is very popular for use as a garden accent and will be the focal point of any landscape. No. of elements: 1 Height in cm: 20
Ginkakuji Mizubachi Cube-shaped hand water basin named after the famous 'silver pavilion' of Kyoto's Ginkakuji temple.
No. of elements: 1
A formal style of cube-shaped tachi-chōzubachi with bas-relief squares and diamonds carved in on all four faces, which create a lattice effect.
No. Masse ------J-22 30 x 30 x 30 cm
J-23 Zenibachi Replica of the famous Tsukubai in the Ryoanji- Temple in Kyoto with engraved Zen Buddhist saying 'ware tada taru (wo) shiru' which translates to "I only know being satisfied". No. of elements: 1 Height in cm: 20
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Product-Catalogue: Tsukubai, Japanese Water Basin
V12 Tetsubachi Round basin The bowl shape of this large basin is very popular for use as a garden accent and will be the focal point of any landscape. No. of elements: 1 Height in cm: 23
V23 Zenibachi Replica of the famous Tsukubai in the Ryoanji- Temple in Kyoto with engraved Zen Buddhist saying 'ware tada taru (wo) shiru' which translates to "I only know being satisfied". No. of elements: 1 Height in cm: 18
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Product-Catalogue: Granite Sculptures
Chinese Dragons ------Among many other animals, dragons have a very important meaning as a symbol of longevity, noblesse and immortality. To the Chinese, the Imperial Dragon or Lung, is considered to be the primary of four benevolent spiritual animals. Having unrivaled wisdom and power the dragon symbolized the Emperors of China themselves, who were actually called dragons. China's first emperor, was said to have a dragon's tail. The dragon is visualized as a long, scaled, snake-like, wingless, serpentine creature with clawed feet.
Turtles ------In the far east, from history to present day, there are many belief symbols. In Chinese culture, especially under the influence of Taoism ( 道教 ) the turtle shell is the symbol of heaven and the flat square underside the symbol of earth. Based on this understanding, the turtle carries the world on ist back. Being the symbol of fertility, vitality and great patience the Chinese believed these animals foretold future events and therefore, fortune tellers use turtles shell to read the future in the pattern on the turtle shell.
The turtle also supports the world with ist four feet represent the four corners of the earth as the Chinese believed at the time the earth was. According to this believe the turtle was an animal whose magic united heaven and earth.
Amida Buddha ------The Great Buddha of Kamakura (Kamakura Daibutsu) is a bronze statue of Amida Buddha. The Daibutsu stands on the grounds of Kotokuin Temple and is with a height of 13.35 meters the second largest bronze Buddha statue in Japan.
Built in 1252, the statue has withstood in the end of the 15th century the ravages of a tsunami which destroyed the original temple hall in which it was housed. Since then the Buddha stands in the open air. The hands of the Great Buddha of Kamakura lie on its lap.
The Amida Buddha made out of granite stone is a faithful reproduction of this famous statue. If you place this sculpture in the shadow moss and lichen will soon cover the body giving this beautifully carved Buddha an ancient look.
Dragon The eastern dragon is composed of different animals: the body of a snake, scales of a carp, head of a camel with eyes of the rabbit. Length: ca. 95 cm, Depth: 20 cm No. of elements: 1
Article No: DR-1 Price on request
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Product-Catalogue: Granite Sculptures
J-21 Turtle Under the influence of Taoism ( 道教 ) the turtle shell is the symbol of heaven and the flat square underside the symbol of earth. Length: 30cm , Height: 15 cm, Depth: 15 cm No. of elements: 1 Height in cm: 15
V28 Amida Buddha made out of granite stone a close reproduction of the famous Daibutsu statue in Kamakura/Japan
No. of elements: 1 Height in cm: 48
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Product-Catalogue: Chinese Guardian Lions (Fu-Dogs)
Second only to the dragon in greatness, these dog-like lions, known as fu-dogs, are entrenched in the traditions of Asian culture. Originally brought into Asia as gifts to emperors, lions were elevated to a divine status with the introduction of Buddhism in ancient China. Acting as guardians, fu dogs protected temples, official buildings and homes.
Chinese guardian lions are also called Fu (Foo) Lions, lions of Buddha, or sometimes stone lions ( 石獅 , Pinyin: Shíshī). In pre-modern China, it was believed that guardian lions have powerful mythic protective powers. Therefore, they traditionally stood in front of Chinese Imperial palaces, temples, emperors' tombs, government offices, and the homes of government officials and the wealthy from the Han Dynasty (206 BD -220 AD), until the end of the empire in 1911.
Nowadays, pairs of Chinese guardian lions are still common decorative and symbolic elements at the entrances to restaurants, hotels, supermarkets and other structures, with one sitting on each side of the entrance.
Stone lions are not only common in China but also in other places around the world where the Chinese people have immigrated and settled, especially in local Chinatowns.
The lions are traditionally carved from decorative stone, such as marble and granite or cast in bronze or iron. Because of the high cost of these materials and the labor required to produce them, private use of Imperial guardian lions was traditionally reserved for wealthy or elite families. Indeed, a traditional symbol of a family's wealth or social status was the placement of Imperial guardian lions in front of the family home.
Lions of Fo are always created in pairs, with the male playing with a ball or globe and the female with a cub. The male sits on the left and the female on the right.
The male lion has his right paw on a ball or globe, which represents the "Flower of life" The female is essentially identical, but has a single cub under her left paw, representing the cycle of life. Symbolically, the female fu lion protects those dwelling inside, while the male guards the structure. Sometimes the female has her mouth closed, and the male open. This symbolizes the enunciation of the sacred word "om".
However, Japanese adaptations state that the male is inhaling, representing life, while the female exhales, representing death. Other styles have both lions with a single large pearl in each of their partially opened mouths. The pearl is carved so that it can roll about in the lion's mouth but sized just large enough so that it can never be removed..
Chinese Temple Lions (pair) Female lion with cub Male lion with globe under the paw Stands with ornaments Stands height: ca. 40 cm, lions ca. 60 cm No. of elements: 4
Article-No: XHLion Price on request
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Product-Catalogue: Granite Deco Stones
Make a focal point of your stone lantern by putting it into a bed of pebble stones. These Deco pebble stones are the perfect complement to your Japanese garden.
First put a fleece, as it is to be found in any garden center which will help to avoid unwanted weeds from growing. Position your stone lantern, if desired by under laying a concrete slab. Then arrange the deco pebble stones around your lantern.
Step Stones set of 4 stones with Chinese characters 4 elements (fire, water, earth and wind) Diameter ca. 30 cm No. of elements: 4
While walking down on stepping stones to the tea house, the guests have time to "arrive" in the garden, leave their everyday life behind and prepare mentally for the tea ceremony to come.
Article No: J-19
Granite Deco Stones mixed size about 4-7 cm
No. of elements: 1
Unity of 10 kg Article No: RJ035
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Product-Catalogue: General Business Conditions
1. Offering and pricing The current offerings can be viewed in our online-shop or in Geroldswil. Please contact us to arrange for an appointment. The prices are fixed as shown on our websites and on the current price list based on a 'take out' basis. Customers who order small quantities are welcome.
2. Payment conditions Customers in Switzerland Cash when collecting the goods or by payment slip latest 10 days after date of invoice.
Customers abroad For customers abroad we request advanced payment of the total invoice amount. This can be done by money transfer to our bank account. Customs duty and VAT will be charged to the recipient by the local authorities.
3. Delivery by parcel service Small items will be distributed by a parcel service. The cost of packing and delivery will be charged. Delivery cost of large items will be quoted in advance.
4. Liability The buyer will have to check the content of delivery immediately after receipt. All damages and missing items need to be announced in writing within 7 days. Later announced claims cannot be considered. If a shipment has been damaged by the delivery service we kindly ask you to keep all packing material for insurance proof.
5. Ownership All items remain our property until total payment of invoice.
6. Miscellaneous We try to keep delivery terms accurate. There is no liability for late delivery, non-delivery or any damages resulting. The herewith mentioned business conditions are valid for all orders, namely orders made by telephone or through Internet.
7. Legal proceedings This agreement is subject to Swiss substantive law. In case of litigation arising from this agreement, 8953 Dietikon is the court of jurisdiction. Roman & Daniela Jost reserves the right to prosecute the client at his/her domicile or place of residence or at any other appropriate court or competent authorities.
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No. of elements: 0 Height in cm: 0
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