The Rankei Japanese Lantern is hand carved from natural silver grey granite in 6 pieces, features a distinctive curved column which is off-set from the base stone. Rankei lanterns are from the Yukimi-doro family, as they have a curved pedestal, which can be partially buried into the ground, to the base stone.
In Japan Rankei lanterns are traditionally positioned on the banks of a pond. The stem of the rankei rises out of the bank and allows the body of the lantern to overhang the water. This gives not only a wonderful reflection in the water, but also a link between water and land.
Rankei size guide: Height 75 cm, top lid 45 cm. Weight 120kg.
Rankei size guide: Height 95 cm, top lid 60 cm. Weight 180kg.