Handcrafted in Zigong
Product Code: LF-013
Coiled Dragon Lantern
The Coiled Dragon Lantern (LF-013) compresses the power of the Chinese dragon into a dramatic spiral, coiling its red-and-gold body around a circular base with the head rising from the centre. This compact, concentrated composition delivers the full impact of a monumental dragon lantern within a modest footprint, making it ideal for venues that lack the long corridors required by serpentine dragons. The overlapping coils create a rich visual texture of glowing scales, while the raised head with open jaws anchors the sculpture's commanding presence. Standing up to six metres tall, the coiled form also offers a striking viewing experience from any angle, whether visitors circle the piece or approach it directly. Built on a reinforced steel frame with IP65-rated lighting and weatherproof silk, LF-013 is engineered for outdoor festivals, cultural events and public plazas, and its self-contained shape simplifies shipping and installation compared with extended dragon designs. For event organisers seeking maximum impact per square metre, the coiled dragon is a proven solution.
Specifications
| Product Code | LF-013 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 8m × 8m × 6m / 26.2ft × 26.2ft × 19.7ft |
| Material | Steel frame, silk fabric, LED lights |
| Voltage | 110V / 220V / 240V (customizable) |
| Waterproof Rating | IP65 |
| Lifespan | 50,000+ hours LED |
| Weight | 1800 kg |
| Lead Time | 30-45 days |
| MOQ | 1 set |
Customization Options
Coiled dragons can be produced with two, three or more full coils, in diameters from 5 m to 12 m and heights up to 8 m. Colour schemes include classic red-gold, imperial yellow, jade green or custom palettes, and the head can be raised, lowered or positioned over a pearl motif. Lighting supports steady glow, scale-by-scale chase effects and slow colour transitions, and we can add a mist base or a rotating pearl element for extra drama.
Application Scenarios
The coiled dragon is perfect for city plazas, festival entrance courts, shopping-centre atriums and cultural park centrepieces where space is limited but impact is required. It also suits corporate events, hotel lobbies and international pavilions seeking a compact cultural landmark. Its round footprint makes it an excellent hub around which foot traffic can naturally circulate.
Application Guide
Site Preparation
Choose a level, firm area with a clear circle of at least 9 to 13 metres diameter depending on size, plus a 1.5-metre public clearance ring. The heavy circular base needs a concrete pad or reinforced platform, and a grounded outlet within 10 metres. For indoor venues, confirm ceiling clearance and floor-load capacity before installation.
Installation
The coiled dragon ships as base sections and coil-ring modules. Assemble the base first, then stack the coil rings in order, bolting each to the previous ring, and finally mount the head assembly. Two technicians with a small lift complete installation in about one day. Connect the LED harness through the weatherproof terminal box, anchor the base, and run the full lighting test with chase programmes before opening.
Maintenance
Maintain the coil rings with quarterly inspections of bolts and panel ties, and clean the silk surfaces with soft brushes to keep the red-and-gold glow vivid. Check the head assembly mounting and cable routes where the head joins the top coil. Replace faulty LED modules from the spare kit and reseal glands after storms. Between seasons, disassemble into rings for compact storage.
Educational and Commercial Value
The Coiled Dragon Lantern offers excellent cultural-education value, introducing audiences to dragon mythology, the symbolism of coiled guardians and the craftsmanship of Zigong lantern art in a compact, approachable format. Its round, self-contained form makes it easy to integrate into multi-zone festivals and cultural programmes. Commercially, the coiled dragon maximises impact per square metre, attracts photography and social sharing, and serves as a reusable centrepiece for plazas and atriums across many event seasons, delivering strong value at a competitive investment level.
Quality Assurance and Global Delivery
The Coiled Dragon Lantern is engineered around its circular base, and quality control verifies the stack-up precision of every coil ring. The base is jig-welded and levelled, the rings are load-tested for the vertical stack, and the LED system is burn-in tested with chase programmes confirmed. The sculpture ships in three to five crates depending on size, with the rings nested for compact transport and a detailed assembly and anchoring manual included. Our technical team provides remote installation guidance, and on-site supervision is available for landmark installations. The frame carries a twelve-month warranty, the LED system twenty-four, and spare ring panels can be supplied by code. Because the coiled form concentrates the full dragon presence into a round footprint, it is also one of the most economical of our large dragon lanterns to ship and install.
Bring This Coiled Lantern to Your Next Event
Tell us your venue size, theme and budget. Our engineers will prepare a free quotation, 3D design preview and delivery plan within 48 hours. As a Zigong lantern factory with over 20 years of experience, we handle design, fabrication, quality control and worldwide shipping under one roof.
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