Japanese Paper Hanging Chochin Lantern Vtg Flowers Blue Tassel Black Gold LT73 sakura This two-piece kashigata mold is

This two-piece kashigata mold is carved with the family crest design of kiri or a paulownia flower

part of flowers

A small flower-shaped mother-of-pearl work (abalone shell) is inlaid on the top of the tray

Some burn marks

The lid fits flush with the bottom

Japanese Paper Hanging Chochin Lantern Vtg Flowers Blue Tassel Black Gold LT73 sakura This two-piece kashigata mold isVintage Japanese Chochin Lantern w Box This is a vintage Japanese paper lantern called chochin. It is made with thin washi paper with a thin bamboo frame. It compresses flat for storage. It is an upside down teardrop shape and is decorated with various flowers such as chrysanthemums and morning glories in white, blue, and yellow. It has one blue tassel on the bottom and inside, a metal spike to place a candle. The decorative hanging piece as well as