Description
Kōshi Wire Lantern
Short description
A lightweight wire lantern that casts soft, shifting light through an open lattice form.
Long description
The Kōshi Wire Lantern draws on the quiet simplicity of traditional Japanese light objects, where form is secondary to atmosphere. Hand-shaped from interwoven metal wire, the open lattice structure allows candlelight to pass through gently, creating soft shadows and subtle movement.
The irregularity of the wirework is intentional, reflecting the hand of the maker rather than a fixed pattern. Light gathers and disperses within the form, changing with angle and flame — never static, never decorative.
A simple curved handle allows the lantern to be carried or hung with ease, recalling utilitarian candle holders once used to move light from room to room. Lightweight yet stable, it is suited to calm interior settings, sheltered outdoor spaces, or as a quiet accent piece when grouped in multiples.
Designed to bring warmth without excess, the lantern sits comfortably within spaces that value restraint, material honesty, and atmosphere.
Details
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Material: Metal wire with handle grip
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Size: Approx. 14 cm (W) × 20 cm (H)
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Finish: Natural metal tone
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Suitable for candle use only
