A traditional Japanese 竹細工 bamboo flower vase (hanaire) crafted in the classic style used for 茶道 tea ceremony and 生け花 ikebana flower arrangement. This piece exemplifies the Japanese aesthetic principle of 侘び寂び wabi-sabi, celebrating the natural beauty of bamboo in its simple, unadorned form. The vessel demonstrates skilled bamboo craftsmanship with its carefully woven construction and natural patina that develops over time. The vase represents the Japanese tradition of incorporating natural materials into ceremonial and decorative arts, where the inherent qualities of bamboo - its flexibility, strength, and organic texture - are celebrated rather than concealed. Such pieces were commonly used in tea ceremony settings as flower containers, where their rustic beauty complemented the overall aesthetic of harmony with nature. Size Height: 21.5 cm Width: 16.5 cm Weight: 275 g Condition The piece shows signs of age and use consistent with its vintage, including some wear and patina typical of bamboo items from this period. NOTICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.