Round Shaped Painted Candle and Glass Candle Holder (1 each) and Incense Set

Round Shaped Painted Candle and Glass Candle Holder (1 each) and Incense Set

The “Aizu-style Wax Candle” is a traditional craft product manufactured and sold by the long-standing establishment, Aizu-style Wax Candle Specialty Shop Ozawa Rosokuten, which has been in operation for seven generations. These candles, with a white base, are meticulously hand-painted with various flowers such as plum and cherry blossoms, and then covered with a thin layer of wax to give them a glossy finish. Upholding traditional techniques dating back to the Edo period, each candle is a unique masterpiece, as no two are alike. At Ozawa Rosokuten, which preserves Aizu’s traditions in a building unchanged since the Meiji era, every step, from shaping the wax over a wick made of Japanese paper and spelt grass to painting the flowers and adding gloss, is done by hand. The floral designs reflect both Aizu’s traditions and the unique character of Ozawa Rosokuten, imbued with care in each candle. The flickering flame of the candle provides a soothing effect known as “1/f fluctuation,” while the vibrant floral paintings offer tranquility to those who behold them. Not only does this candle transform dinner tables into serene spaces, but it also aims to contribute to society as a sustainable light source free from petroleum derivatives. Produced amidst challenging circumstances to pass down Japan’s traditional beauty to the next generation, the Aizu-style Wax Candle, once selected as an offering to both Emperor Showa and Empress Kojun, symbolizes the richness of tradition and artistry, enriching the hearts of those who encounter it.

■ Type
･ Aizu pictorial candle box No. 3
Length: about 13cm
Weight: Approximately 12.7g
Design: Ayame(iris), Nantenfukujuso, Nadeshiko(pink), Plum, Camellia, Cherry blossoms, Small chrysanthemum, Balloon flower, Wisteria, Morning Glory, Momo(peach blossom), Azalea, Cosmos, Hydrangea, Carnation, Suisen(Narcissus)

･ Aizu picture candle chestnut box No. 5
Length: about 15cm
Weight: Approximately 19g
Design: Ayame(iris), Nantenfukujuso, Nadeshiko(pink), Plum, Camellia, Cherry blossoms, Small chrysanthemum, Balloon flower, Wisteria, Morning Glory, Momo(peach blossom), Azalea, Cosmos, Hydrangea, Carnation, Suisen(Narcissus)

･ Aizu pictorial candle box No. 7
Length: about 17cm
Weight: Approximately 26g
Design: Ayame(iris), Nantenfukujuso, Nadeshiko(pink), Plum, Camellia, Cherry blossoms, Small chrysanthemum, Balloon flower, Wisteria, Morning Glory, Momo(peach blossom), Azalea, Cosmos, Hydrangea, Carnation, Suisen(Narcissus)

･ Aizu picture candle box No. 10
Length: about 18cm
Weight: Approximately 37.5gg
Design: Ayame(iris), Nantenfukujuso, Nadeshiko(pink), Plum, Camellia, Cherry blossoms, Chrysanthemum

･ Aizu pictorial candle box No. 15
Length: about 20cm
Weight: Approximately 56.3g
Design: Ayame(iris), Nantenfukujuso, Nadeshiko(pink), Plum, Camellia, Cherry blossoms, Chrysanthemum

･ Aizu pictorial candle box No. 20
Length: about 22cm
Weight: Approximately 75g
Design: Ayame(iris), Nantenfukujuso, Nadeshiko(pink), Plum, Camellia, Cherry blossoms, Chrysanthemum

･ Aizu picture candle box No. 30
Length: about 24cm
Weight: Approximately 112.5g
Design: Peony, Nantenfukujuso, Nadeshiko(pink), Plum, Camellia, Cherry blossoms, Chrysanthemum

･ Aizu picture candle box No. 50
Length: about 28cm
Weight: Approximately 187.5g
Design: Peony, Nantenfukujuso, Nadeshiko(pink), Plum, Camellia, Cherry blossoms, Chrysanthemum

･ Aizu pictoria

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