Chinese use of paper lanterns dates back to 230 BC. They say hanging paper lanterns gives long life and good luck.
Chinese paper lanterns are commonly seen in China Town, creating an oriental feel to attract more business. A variety of different types of paper lantern were available even in the very early stages of history.
A wide variety of Paper Lanterns have been available throughout much of Chinese history. Paper lanterns could be hung in gardens, on porches or outside businesses, or even placed on the ground outside and inside, casting a dim light on either place to a perfect oriental mood.
The ?baby?s bottom? is one of the five types of paper lantern available. It can be used with Christmas lights and is one of the types that fits in better with the more modern decorations. "Rolling paper lanterns" are used to hang outside places like bars and restaurants. The round mid-sized red lantern is the most common lantern. You will see large amounts of these lanterns in red light districts as it used to be associated with brothels. ?Big red? and "tomato lights" are common synonyms for this type. There is also the "crystal magic lantern", which is made out of triangular or square panes made to look like crystals. "Buddha?s gastronomy" lanterns are very large and give out a lot of light. They are more commonly used outside temples or to illuminate festivals.
Bamboo and metal are used to build frames for the larger and more complex designs and they take a long time to finish. The tough paper which is used to cover the lantern saves it from being torn by rain or wind.
The simpler styles of paper lantern are easy to build and give a very trendy look to your home. This is the perfect choice to give that oriental touch you have been looking for to your living area. If you prefer to have home made decorations in your home, you can make them by yourself.
Chinese paper lanterns are a symbol of good luck and long life which softly illuminate your living area. Words such as peace, love and strength are commonly seen in Chinese lettering on these lanterns. Tan colours were most commonly used on lanterns in their early stages, but since they serve more as decoration nowadays they often sport very bold colours. - 29967
Chinese paper lanterns are commonly seen in China Town, creating an oriental feel to attract more business. A variety of different types of paper lantern were available even in the very early stages of history.
A wide variety of Paper Lanterns have been available throughout much of Chinese history. Paper lanterns could be hung in gardens, on porches or outside businesses, or even placed on the ground outside and inside, casting a dim light on either place to a perfect oriental mood.
The ?baby?s bottom? is one of the five types of paper lantern available. It can be used with Christmas lights and is one of the types that fits in better with the more modern decorations. "Rolling paper lanterns" are used to hang outside places like bars and restaurants. The round mid-sized red lantern is the most common lantern. You will see large amounts of these lanterns in red light districts as it used to be associated with brothels. ?Big red? and "tomato lights" are common synonyms for this type. There is also the "crystal magic lantern", which is made out of triangular or square panes made to look like crystals. "Buddha?s gastronomy" lanterns are very large and give out a lot of light. They are more commonly used outside temples or to illuminate festivals.
Bamboo and metal are used to build frames for the larger and more complex designs and they take a long time to finish. The tough paper which is used to cover the lantern saves it from being torn by rain or wind.
The simpler styles of paper lantern are easy to build and give a very trendy look to your home. This is the perfect choice to give that oriental touch you have been looking for to your living area. If you prefer to have home made decorations in your home, you can make them by yourself.
Chinese paper lanterns are a symbol of good luck and long life which softly illuminate your living area. Words such as peace, love and strength are commonly seen in Chinese lettering on these lanterns. Tan colours were most commonly used on lanterns in their early stages, but since they serve more as decoration nowadays they often sport very bold colours. - 29967
About the Author:
Cody Scholberg, a lighting expert, writes about hanging paper lanterns. Check out this post on using asian paper lanterns to repel mosquitoes!
