Ishi-Doro by TwoPynts
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Description
"Zen has no secrets other than seriously thinking about life and death" ~ Takeda Shingen (1521-1573)
Stone Lanterns or "Ishi-Doro" Lanterns were originally introduced into Japan by China. The first ones were made of metal and primarily used to light doorways to shrines and temples. They were later made of stone for use in gardens, but it wasn't until they were introduced into japanese tea gardens by tea-master Sen-no-Rikkyu did they really become a major garden element. Japanese tea ceremonies were often held in the evenings and light was needed to guide guests to the tea room. The Kasuga lantern is a classic example of a japanese "tachi-gata" or pedestal style lantern. This style of lantern dates back to the Ashikaga period.
Comments (28)
Sooooo, maybe it's safe to say that this is not the same lantern they bring with them on camping trips? Nice work. KP
Wouldn't mind a few of these on my 2 acres to light the way home for a nice warm cuppa, it might help scare the black & brown snakes away too ! amazing contrast and subtle sepia tones ~Cheers~ :o)
Great info, and striking picture! We used Tiki torches to light the path to our beach bonfires, is that similar? ; )
justifyable sepia and superb setting.thanks for the story as well.
very intresting ...i like the way u think ;) fantastic shot 4 sure 5/5
superb in sia!!!
The textures seem to come alive in B&W, nice work!!!
v nice picture
Nah.I hardly helped at all.But you're welcome anyway,lol.Haha at Killerpumpkins.They would be kind of heavy to lug around,lol.Excellent work on this shot,Kortalouche-san.You really enriched the textures with the toning and I love those twisty trees and the bright,clear light in this compo.Well done!Have a lovely Thursday.-M :^)
The old thing still looks so well and impressive! Fantastic capture!
Super excellent photo... and so many details. Awesome Kort ! Thanks for the interesting info.
Super done!*****!
You needed help tracking down info? YOU??? Are you Mr Dotcom or not? I would think youre the last person in need of help, lol. Beautiful lantern btw...i wouldnt mind a couple of those along the creek that rives through my backyard. Im sure they would look really great there...wink wink...you already have my adress...la la la. #:oP Have a great day Kort!
Excellent photo and very interesting infos. Thanks for sharing!!
Oh yes, very nice and beautiful picture in b&w!!! Fantastic!!! Good day ;)
This image has so much atmosphere... works brilliantly in sepia! well done! 8;o)
Very lovely and the contrast is perfect.
I like Killerp's comment!!looks like it has been there for a long time
Superb capture, Kort. Love the tones. Always love your quotes!!! Thank you for information also. Hugs. Di.
Stunning photography! Bravo!
very good shot
Interesting capture and info. Excellent... Aloha
Marvellous BW photography with areal spectacular light and shadow play! Lovely taken! Bravo!!!
Ah so, watinah! Beautiful capture of this stone lantern! Love the lighting!
This is marvelous in B&W!
Awwww two cheers for teamwork!!!!!!!! A wonderful capture of this tachigata!!!!!
fantastic light and tone here! i love the stone lantern. very well done!!!
Excellent details and clarity!