Spice up your decor with an Eastern accent with our Maru Ball Japanese Lantern.
Our Maru Japanese paper lantern is crafted from tough pressed pulp reinforced rice paper, on horizontal matchstick splines and vertical wire splines. The lantern comes with a white colored socket, wiring and switch. The lantern is UL approved for up to a 60 watt bulb.
The Story Behind the Product
This factory is located in the Guangdong region of mainland China. The father is the main person in charge and employs many family members. Day to day operations are run by an aunt while the son is being groomed to take over once his father retires - all of this family greatly adds to the quality and productivity of this factory. Over 300 skilled and non-skilled craftsman work together, passing knowledge and craftsmanship from generation to generation. The working conditions of this group are excellent. The factory provides an excellent lunch each day for the staff. Attending strictly to the local and international anti-dumping and fair trade practice laws, Oriental Homes is proud to bring a piece of their culture into your home.
What is Worldstock?
The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.
Imported
WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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Customer Reviews
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Featured ReviewGreat inexpensive lighting with style
mrsbh Sep 4, 2006
- Appearance:
5 out of 5 - Workmanship:5 out of 5
- Ease of Assembly:5 out of 5
- Value:5 out of 5
This Maru ball light is perfect for the Japanese-style decor in my son's room. Adds a good amount of light where no ceiling light exists. While it's made of paper, it's fairly sturdy and puts off a good amount of light. Everything works fine, the switch is well-placed (well down on the cord) keeping in mind that the ball is intended to be hung at ceiling height. Very good design, style and value for the money!
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I put this in my screened in porch . Hung on ceiling and ran cord down wall to plug in. Very easy to assemble, and also an easy way to add some style to an outdoor "room".
I originally bought this product just to have added light over a small desk in my bedroom. However, I never expected what a beautiful accent piece it would make. The overall light from this gorgeous lamp covers the entire room in a soft glow. It could make any room in a house or apartment look rich and inviting. This is definitely a thumbs-up product.
Aside from one of the horizontal pieces being bent, it's a nice lamp for a VERY casual setting. I would not say it's very durable as it is made by hand from rice paper and bamboo, but it works well for my use and adds a bit of an artsy touch. I purchased it for my screened porch and it is perfect out there with my rattan and wicker furnishings. Very south Pacific!
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Product was as described. Basic lantern, simple, but stylish. I was looking for a hanging lamp for a small room and this was perfect.
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