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Unicode: 1F6CF FE0F
Description
An emoji depicting a classical, oil-burning lantern, often associated with a traditional, rustic, or older setting.
Group:
Objects > household
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Typically evokes feelings of coziness, tradition, adventure, or a sense of stepping back in time. Can imply warmth, light in darkness, or an antique aesthetic, but does not usually convey strong human emotions like joy or sadness.
Backstory
This emoji (U+1F6CF LANTERN and U+FE0F VARIATION SELECTOR-16 for emoji presentation) was introduced as part of Unicode 7.0 in 2014. Its design is based on the traditional oil or kerosene lantern, a common tool for illumination before widespread electricity. It represents a general concept of a historical or portable light source.
Usage Examples
- Camping trip planning: 'Don't forget the tent and the lantern! ๐๏ธ๐ฎ'
- Creating a cozy atmosphere: 'Reading by the fire and the old lantern. ๐ฅ๐ฎ'
- Referring to antique items: 'Found this cool old lantern at the market. ๐ฎ'
- Symbolizing light in darkness: 'A little light in the darkness. ๐ฎ'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Often associated with camping, historical settings, Halloween, or simply as a decorative element. Can symbolize guidance or a glimmer of hope.
East Asian culture:
Similar associations with tradition and light. In some contexts, particularly in Japan, lanterns (chลchin) have significant cultural roles in festivals and temples, though this specific emoji doesn't directly represent those specific cultural lanterns.
General:
Universally understood as a source of light, often portable and 'old-fashioned' compared to electric lights.