Japanese Crane Bronze Lamp Meiji Era (1868-1912)

Very elegant bronze table lamp with medal patina depicting a Japanese crane on a rock decorated with plants and shells. The bird wears a crown around its neck and holds in its beak a lotus leaf topped with a bobeche formed of drooping leaves and on which rests a socket decorated with acanthus leaves. The sheath above the socket is made of real candle. This lamp is of high quality and has very beautiful chiseling work. Electrification in good condition and working perfectly. Twisted textile electric wire. Lampshade in ecru cotton pleated enhanced with trimmings also of good quality and in good condition. Total height, with lampshade, 57.5 cm. Height of the lamp alone 46 cm. In the land of the Rising Sun, the Japanese crane symbolizes peace, luck and longevity. Likewise, this sacred animal is associated with fidelity and wisdom. Thus, many beliefs and superstitions emanate from this bird of happiness called Tsuru.