Chinese paper lanterns come in various shapes and sizes, as well as various methods of construction. Often associated with festivals, paper lanterns are common in China and Japan, and similarly, in China towns, where they are often hung outside of businesses to attract attention. In Japan the traditional styles include bonbori and chōchin and there is a special style of lettering called chōchin moji used to write on them. Airborne paper lanterns are called sky lanterns, and are often released into the night sky for aesthetic effect at lantern festivals. In China, paper lanterns can be classified into 5 distinct classes; the Baby's Bottom is the miniature class, often used in modern times with Christmas lights. The second class is the Rolling Paper, the tall, cylindrical lanterns often associated with restaurants and bars. The third class is the Tomato Light also known as Big Red; the classic round mid-size lantern. The fourth class is the Crystal Magic; the variously-shaped geometric lamps constructed of many square and triangular panes. The last is known as Buddha's Gastronomy; the large and extra large lanterns used to decorate temples and for show at festivals. Elaborate lanterns traditionally hung during the New Year in China and the Lantern Festival. Paper lanterns cut and shaped into the Chinese symbols of Floral & Fish - comes in a set of 2. 7" x 9". Ideal for parties and special events ~ Beautiful Chinese paper lanterns come in set of TWO ~ |