【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. We strongly recommend checking with your country's customs office to determine these additional costs before bidding or buying. Prompt payment of these fees ensures timely delivery. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). Upon request, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately before leaving a negative review. We kindly ask for your patience and the opportunity to rectify the issue. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 This elegant Japanese flower basket for ikebana (the art of flower arrangement) was crafted during the Showa period by the second-generation Heian Chikubisai, also known as Professor Shoichi Ishida. Beautifully woven from natural bamboo, the basket features a bulbous body and a wide, flared mouth. The tall handle is composed of two detachable curved bamboo pieces that fit securely into the body, allowing for compact storage or display versatility. On the underside of the basket is the carved signature of the artist, affirming its authenticity and origin. Shoichi Ishida (b. 1934, Osaka) studied under his father, the first-generation Chikubisai. After years of training, he inherited the title of the second-generation master. In 1995, he began teaching at the Kyoto Traditional Crafts School. He was honoured with the Kyoto City Education Merit Award in 1997, recognised as a Master of Kyoto Craftsmanship in 2009, and named a Contemporary Master Craftsman by Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare in 2018. He continues to teach as a professor of traditional crafts. Minor blemishes due to age, but overall in good used condition. Please refer to the photos for further details. Dimensions: approx. H 82.5 cm W 51 cm D 20 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!