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Japanese Bamboo Basket Ikebana by Abe Motoshi

Creator: Motoshi Abe
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A Japanese Ikebana bamboo basket woven by artist Abe Motoshi (Japanese, b. 1942). Constructed with lacquered reddish Madake bamboo and rattan with technique of open and irregular twinning, the basket features an organic form with undulating woven surface with wavy crossing lines. The basket appears simple and refined, but the making process is deceivingly sophisticated. Clean and precise, it is of the signature style of Abe Motoshi's.
The basket is signed on the base. It comes with the original tomobako storage box with inscription of the title on the lid as well as the artist's name and seal under the lead. A yellow wrapping cloth and a printout of the artist's biography from Tai Modern Gallery is also present.
Provenance: Purchased from Tai Modern Gallery in 2002.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Japan
Period:	2000-2021
Materials:	Bamboo and rattan
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. In fine vintage condition. The storage box has some wear.
Creation Date:	2002
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Contemporary, Asian
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Geometric, Handmade, Modern
Incollect Reference #:	577422

Dimensions

H.	9 in;	Diam.	7.5 in;
H.	22.86 cm;	Diam.	19.05 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.