Kojima Shoten
Gonaga Chume
Made to order
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Description
Fuller in width and gently elongated, the Gonaga Chume balances curved contours with a subtly vertical proportion. The repeated bamboo lines follow the form beneath its washi surface, creating a quiet sense of rhythm and structure. Illuminated from within, the lantern takes on a warm luminosity that enhances its soft, sculptural character.
Stockist
AGOBAY Showroom ZurichFor 10 generations, the Kojima family has made lanterns by hand in Kyoto, with brothers Ryo and Syun now carrying the tradition forward. Their ‘Kyo-chōchin’ are created using ‘jibari-shiki’, a meticulous method practised by very few workshops today. Unlike faster methods that use a continuous spiral of bamboo, this one assembles individual bamboo rings one by one, bound with thread for strength, then covered with handmade washi paper. The painstaking process gives each lantern a light yet durable structure and reflects the precision and intuitive work of a craft refined across generations.
Made to order. Please allow approximately 6–8 weeks for production.
Diameter: 45cm Height: 63cm
Bamboo, washi paper, thread
To preserve the delicate washi paper and bamboo structure, handle the lantern with care and keep it away from moisture and prolonged direct sunlight. Remove dust gently with a soft, dry cloth or feather duster, without applying pressure to the paper. Use a low-wattage LED bulb to avoid exposing the washi to excessive heat.
As the lantern is made to order, we regretfully cannot accept returns.
