Early 20th Century Taisho Japanese Bamboo Basket Tall Signed Insert Flower Vase Ikebana Tea Ceremony Antique

Description

Antique Japanese woven bamboo ikebana basket made from natural madake bamboo in an open style on the diagonal.

- artist … more Antique Japanese woven bamboo ikebana basket made from natural madake bamboo in an open style on the diagonal.

- artist signature etched at base

- bamboo insert included for flower arranging

- Estimated early Taisho era from the Kanto region, Japan

- Dimensions: Height to top of handle 27 x 6 x 6 inch. Height to top of rim 21 inch.

The shape, size and plaiting pattern woven in natural bamboo makes this an ideal basket for a simple floral display of natural grasses and flowers from early spring to late autumn.

Excellent overall shape and detail shows effortless craftsmanship in an intricate open weave.

The artist first split the bamboo 1/32 to get six thin, pliable strips of the original bamboo.

Style Tip: Arrange flowers in this basket in a nook or genkan with spring or summer fresh flowers for a wabi Sabi feel less