Large-Sized Chinese Hexagonal Palace Lantern

This is a large hexagonal palace lantern, approximately 65 cm in height and 55 cm in width and length. The lantern frame is 3D printed using Bambu Lab wood PLA, while the paper panels are printed in a thin layer of PLA, combining exquisite traditional design with modern craftsmanship. The lantern features intricate hollow patterns and dragon-shaped ornaments, along with panels decorated with traditional floral motifs. Red tassels hang around the lantern, enhancing its elegant and auspicious appearance.

Assembly Instructions

Plates To Print 

Plate 1 - Print 3 plates	Plate 2 - Print 1 plate	Plate 3 - Print 6 plates

Assemble Plate 01

	Plate 01 contains four parts - A, B, C, and D.      Part A consists of 4 pieces      Part B consists of 4 pieces      Part C consists of 4 pieces      Part D consists of 2 pieces
	Uppper Section: Connect each part accordingly, ensuring to align the groove and side orientations correctly.
	Lower Section: Connect each part accordingly, ensuring to align the groove and side orientations correctly.
	Connect Upper & Lower Sections: Ensure the connection between Part C and Part D matches the image on the left.   Ensure the thin and thick edge orientation of Part D is correct.
	The image on the left shows the complete assembly of the two sections.
	Complete the assembly of the remaining lantern frame accordingly.

Assemble Plate 02

	Plate 02 contains three parts - E, F, and G.      Part E consists of 2 pieces      Part F consists of 4 pieces      Part G consists of 1 pieces
	As shown in the image, insert Part F into Part G and move it to the left until the two grooves align.
	Insert the other Part F into Part G and align the two grooves to match the image on the left.
	Assembly Part E to Part F like the image on the left.
	Assembly another Part F to Part E like the image on the left.

Joining Plate 1 & Plate 2

	Plate 03 consists of 5 panels.
	Insert the panel into the groove of the frame as shown in the image.
	Insert the small panel into the groove located at the bottom of the middle frame.
	Insert the middle panel into the groove of the center frame.
	Insert the remaining panels as shown in the image on the left.
	Repeat the process to install the panels on the remaining five sides.