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Large Japanese Bamboo Ikebana Basket Maeda Chikubosai I

Creator: Maeda Chikubosai I
Offered by: Tishu

Description
An important woven bamboo ikebana basket circa first half of the 20th century (Taisho or Showa era) by Japanese bamboo master Maeda Chikubosai I (1872-1950). Chikubosai I was from the Kansai Region and active in Sakai, Osaka prefecture. He was instructed by Wada Waichisai I ((1851-1901). This tall tubular basket featuring a twined bamboo rhizome handle an slightly flared mouth rim was beautifully constructed with smoked bamboo stripes, woven in very fine twill plaiting. Wider bamboo stripes of contrasting lighter color were inserted vertically with irregular plaiting technique and reinforced with decorative twining. The rim and the base were finished in bundled circular plaiting with bent bamboo. Signed underneath in Kanji "Chikubosai made this".
This basket is a beauty. Its impressively large size, regal form, superb craftsmanship, an perfect balance of regular and free hand design, impeccable condition with deep and warm patina, all elevate this basket to a masterpiece.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Notes:	signed underneath
Origin:	Japan
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Bamboo
Condition:	Good. Fine condition with minimal wear, beautiful patina.
Creation Date:	1920-40s
Styles / Movements:	Baroque, Asian, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	331108

Dimensions

H.	25.5 in;	Diam.	7 in;
H.	64.77 cm;	Diam.	17.78 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.