Arts & Culture: By Lantern Light

Punched tin lanterns were a popular lighting device for centuries. Lanterns like the one seen here were made by tinsmiths, who punched holes through the body of a lantern to create interesting designs.

You can make your own pierced paper lantern at home, using patterns that are your own design.

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