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Japanese Bamboo Basket Ikebana Meiji Period

Offered by: Tishu

Description
This lovely antique Japanese bamboo basket was from an unknown artist circa late Meiji Period (1868-1912), likely turn of the 20th century. It features a classic form that derived from the Chinese basket but with a decisively Japanese origin, with the use of natural burl wood branches as the handle. Lacquered in a dark brown, the basket was constructed with techniques alternating between mat plaiting on the upper body that morphed into a double wall with armor plaiting on the lower part. The base was done in a tight chrysanthemum plaiting.
The hand of this ikebana basket was composed of three pieces of wood branches with prominent burl knots and lacquered in a similar dark brown color, rendering the piece a naturally rustic and poetic appeal.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	bamboo, rattan
Condition:	Good. Fine condition. It appears to have been professionally re-lacquered in a recent time.
Creation Date:	1900s
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Geometric, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	840660

Dimensions

H.	16 in;	Diam.	9 in;
H.	40.64 cm;	Diam.	22.86 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.