Palace lantern

East & Central Asia tradition · 5 examples · indicative market tier: Under $500 (entry level & living craft)

Palace lanterns are traditional Chinese handicrafts by the Han Chinese used during various Chinese festivals. The genesis for the art form was created during the Eastern Han dynasty, and blossomed during the Sui and Tang dynasties. In accordance with its name, palace lanterns are used as lamps in palaces. Wikipedia →

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