Basket - Bamboo - Open Weave Twisted Handle
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Description from the seller
Item Description
This is an antique Japanese ikebana flower basket (hanakago) hand-woven from split bamboo, featuring a tall arched handle formed by twisting together dark-patinated and natural-toned bamboo strips. The body is rounded and generously proportioned, woven in an open diagonal lattice pattern that allows light to pass through the structure, creating a striking visual rhythm of shadow and warm amber tones.
The weaving technique is robust yet refined: thick bamboo splints are interlaced at opposing diagonals across the body, while the rim is finished with a tightly coiled wrap. The base is reinforced with flat bamboo crosspieces, one of which retains a deep reddish-brown lacquered finish, suggesting careful construction intended for long-term use. The arched handle rises dramatically above the basket body and is formed by braiding multiple bamboo strips — dark and light alternating — into a sturdy, sculptural form.
The overall patina is a rich, deep brown with amber highlights where the bamboo surface has worn through, consistent with genuine age and use. This type of basket was traditionally used in the Japanese tea ceremony context and ikebana flower arrangement, and its generous scale makes it well suited for displaying seasonal branches or large floral compositions.
No maker's signature or box is present.
Size
Height: 43.3 cm (including handle)
Width: 23.8 cm
Depth: 23.2 cm
Weight
293 g
Condition
Light surface scuffs, age-related staining, minor abrasions, and soiling consistent with long-term storage are present throughout. The weave structure remains intact overall, with no significant breaks or losses observed visually. The piece displays the natural wear expected of an antique folk craft object.
Additional Information
- Origin: Japan
- Category: Bamboo craft (竹工芸), folk art / mingei
- Material: Split bamboo; base crosspieces with lacquered finish
- Use: Ikebana flower vase basket (hanakago / hana-kago)
- No box (hakobako) or attribution present
NOITICE:
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.
Seller's Story
We have been experienced as an antique dealer for more than a decade, we select and purchase high-quality products from all over Japan. I carefully select items with good taste, whether famous or not. I offer you an encounter with unknown Japanese goods.
Owner Profile
Name: Michito Nagahiro
Born in 1986 in Sapporo, Hokkaido. From an early age, I have been fascinated by the beautiful and practical designs of Japanese art, antiques, and consumer products, as well as the mindset and dedication of craftsmen and artists. I frequently visited museums and solo exhibitions as part of my daily life.
In 2012, under the guidance of a top mentor in the industry, I established myself as an antique dealer, handling a wide range of items, including Japanese antiques and artworks. Since 2017, I have specialized in selling Japanese antiques and fine art, primarily in Europe, achieving over 20,000 successful sales to date.
In 2019, I launched a completely free service to support individuals in Japan who experience loneliness. This initiative involves personally visiting people, engaging in conversations, sharing meals, and, if necessary, providing career advice. More than 1,000 people reach out to me annually for support.
Additionally, I am committed to promoting and supporting the sales of emerging artists whose work has not yet received public recognition. My philosophy goes beyond merely selling objects—I strive to convey the stories, history, and emotions embedded in each piece. By doing so, I aim to connect people with the lives of the artists and bring inspiration to those who encounter their work.
Item Description
This is an antique Japanese ikebana flower basket (hanakago) hand-woven from split bamboo, featuring a tall arched handle formed by twisting together dark-patinated and natural-toned bamboo strips. The body is rounded and generously proportioned, woven in an open diagonal lattice pattern that allows light to pass through the structure, creating a striking visual rhythm of shadow and warm amber tones.
The weaving technique is robust yet refined: thick bamboo splints are interlaced at opposing diagonals across the body, while the rim is finished with a tightly coiled wrap. The base is reinforced with flat bamboo crosspieces, one of which retains a deep reddish-brown lacquered finish, suggesting careful construction intended for long-term use. The arched handle rises dramatically above the basket body and is formed by braiding multiple bamboo strips — dark and light alternating — into a sturdy, sculptural form.
The overall patina is a rich, deep brown with amber highlights where the bamboo surface has worn through, consistent with genuine age and use. This type of basket was traditionally used in the Japanese tea ceremony context and ikebana flower arrangement, and its generous scale makes it well suited for displaying seasonal branches or large floral compositions.
No maker's signature or box is present.
Size
Height: 43.3 cm (including handle)
Width: 23.8 cm
Depth: 23.2 cm
Weight
293 g
Condition
Light surface scuffs, age-related staining, minor abrasions, and soiling consistent with long-term storage are present throughout. The weave structure remains intact overall, with no significant breaks or losses observed visually. The piece displays the natural wear expected of an antique folk craft object.
Additional Information
- Origin: Japan
- Category: Bamboo craft (竹工芸), folk art / mingei
- Material: Split bamboo; base crosspieces with lacquered finish
- Use: Ikebana flower vase basket (hanakago / hana-kago)
- No box (hakobako) or attribution present
NOITICE:
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.
Seller's Story
We have been experienced as an antique dealer for more than a decade, we select and purchase high-quality products from all over Japan. I carefully select items with good taste, whether famous or not. I offer you an encounter with unknown Japanese goods.
Owner Profile
Name: Michito Nagahiro
Born in 1986 in Sapporo, Hokkaido. From an early age, I have been fascinated by the beautiful and practical designs of Japanese art, antiques, and consumer products, as well as the mindset and dedication of craftsmen and artists. I frequently visited museums and solo exhibitions as part of my daily life.
In 2012, under the guidance of a top mentor in the industry, I established myself as an antique dealer, handling a wide range of items, including Japanese antiques and artworks. Since 2017, I have specialized in selling Japanese antiques and fine art, primarily in Europe, achieving over 20,000 successful sales to date.
In 2019, I launched a completely free service to support individuals in Japan who experience loneliness. This initiative involves personally visiting people, engaging in conversations, sharing meals, and, if necessary, providing career advice. More than 1,000 people reach out to me annually for support.
Additionally, I am committed to promoting and supporting the sales of emerging artists whose work has not yet received public recognition. My philosophy goes beyond merely selling objects—I strive to convey the stories, history, and emotions embedded in each piece. By doing so, I aim to connect people with the lives of the artists and bring inspiration to those who encounter their work.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Open Weave Twisted Handle
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Bamboo
Style
Antique
Colour
Brown
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
43.3 cm
Width
23.8 cm
Depth
23.2 cm
Estimated period
1900-2000
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