Traditional Lanterns
Classic hand-painted silk lanterns and cultural scenes for authentic chinese festival displays.
View Traditional LanternsHand-painted silk, hand-bent steel and programmable LED light — chinese lanterns made in Zigong, the lantern capital of the world, and exported to 50+ countries.
Chinese lanterns are illuminated decorative structures with a history spanning more than two thousand years. Originally used in festivals and ceremonies to ward off darkness and bring good fortune, they evolved from simple paper-and-bamboo lanterns into the giant, hand-painted silk and steel masterpieces seen at modern lantern festivals around the world.
Today the craft reaches its highest expression in Zigong, Sichuan — the city recognized as the birthplace of the Chinese lantern festival. A true Zigong chinese lantern is built in layers: a structural steel frame is bent and welded by hand, premium silk or weatherproof fabric is stretched over it, master painters color every surface, and energy-efficient LED systems bring the piece to life at night. The result is a lantern that looks stunning by day as a sculpture and transforms into glowing art after dark.
As a chinese lantern manufacturer with in-house design, fabrication and painting, we produce everything from small 60-centimeter decorative lanterns for retail and events to giant 80-meter centerpiece displays for international light festivals.
Four lantern families cover every application, from cultural exhibits to commercial attractions.
Hand-painted silk over steel frames in classic forms — dragons, phoenixes, flowers, calligraphy and festival symbols. The cultural heart of any chinese lantern show.
Programmable RGB lighting, animated color chases and synchronized sequences built into weatherproof structures for year-round commercial use.
Monumental scenes up to 80 meters long — the centerpiece dragons, pagodas and story dioramas that anchor major lantern festivals.
Small-scale hanging lanterns, table lanterns and ornamental pieces for restaurants, hotels, malls and cultural events.
Browse the product families we build daily — every one available as standard or fully customized.
Classic hand-painted silk lanterns and cultural scenes for authentic chinese festival displays.
View Traditional LanternsThe icon of Zigong — dragon lanterns in every size, from winding entrance arches to colossal centerpieces.
View Dragon LanternsGiant blossoms, peonies and lotus gardens that bring color and elegance to any venue.
View Flower LanternsReady-made festival worlds — lantern fairs, cultural stories and seasonal celebrations.
View Festival ThemesHuman figures, deities and character lanterns that tell stories and create photo moments.
View Figurative LanternsBuilding-scale lanterns and gateway structures that dress landmarks for celebrations.
View Architectural LanternsBuilt in the birthplace of the chinese lantern festival by artisans trained in the traditional craft for decades.
No trading company in the middle — direct manufacturer pricing with transparent material and labor breakdowns.
IP65 waterproofing, wind-load engineering and UV-resistant finishes tested for overseas weather conditions.
CE, RoHS, packing lists, certificates of origin and customs support — paperwork handled end to end.
Every order can be adapted — colors, sizes, themes and branding — with free concept design on request.
Indicative budgets for common chinese lantern purchases, FOB China.
Small hanging and table lanterns for restaurants, hotels and retail. Sold individually or by the set.
$50 – $2,000 per piece
Dependent on size, material and lighting complexity.
5–20 m themed scenes for gardens, malls and community festivals — includes frame, silk, paint and LED.
$8,000 – $60,000 per scene
Typical range for zoo lights and park installations.
Complete festivals with 30+ scenes, gates, tunnels and shows across multi-hectare venues.
$100,000 – $1,000,000+
Turnkey design, manufacturing, shipping and installation.
Need a precise number? Send your venue size and theme — our team responds with an itemized chinese lantern quotation within 48 hours.
Yes. We offer indoor-grade and outdoor-grade builds. Outdoor chinese lanterns use weatherproof fabric, galvanized steel and IP65 LED modules; indoor versions can use lighter materials and brighter decorative finishes.
Yes. We have shipped to 50+ countries across Europe, North America, Oceania, the Middle East and Asia, with marine crating and customs documentation included.
We can create similar styles, but we recommend customizing designs to avoid copyright issues and to better fit your venue. Our studio will rework the concept with original artwork and your branding.
Lanterns ship in sturdy plywood crates with foam and cushioning, designed for sea freight. Frames are modular and bolt together on site, and we provide assembly drawings and video guidance.
Yes. Our installation teams travel internationally to assemble and test your display, and we can train your local staff for annual setups.
Tell us your theme and venue size — get concept designs and a factory-direct quote within 48 hours.
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