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Japanese Contemporary Bamboo Basket by Abe Motoshi

Creator: Motoshi Abe
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A Japanese ikebana basket constructed woven by bamboo artist Abe Motoshi (Japanese, b. 1942). Constructed with Madake bamboo and rattan with technique of open twinning and crossed variation of thousand-line, the basket features the Ayagake pattern, which are commonly seen in the garden fence. Made in 1980s Showa period, the basket is simple but refined in the signature style of Abe Motoshi's early work.
The basket is signed on the base. It comes with the original bamboo insert for ikebana, the tomobako with inscription of the title on the lid as well as the artist's name and seal. A white wrapping cloth with artist's name and seal is also present.
Provenance: Purchased from Tai Modern Gallery.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Japan
Period:	1980-1999
Materials:	Bamboo and rattan
Condition:	Good. In fine vintage condition. Tomobako has a scrape on the lid as shown.
Creation Date:	1980s
Styles / Movements:	Arts & Crafts, Modern, Asian
Patterns:	Abstract, Geometric, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	529498

Dimensions

H.	9.2 in;	Diam.	4.5 in;
H.	23.37 cm;	Diam.	11.43 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.