Item Description This is a hana-ire (flower basket) in a boat-shaped (funagata) design, hand-woven from split bamboo strips in the traditional Japanese kago style. The main body is constructed from dark, purple-brown lacquered bamboo strips arranged in a striking herringbone (yajirushi) weave that curves upward at both ends to form the elegant boat silhouette. Natural, lighter-toned bamboo strips are woven in an arching pattern around the rim, creating a layered visual contrast between the dark exterior weave and the warmer interior tones. At the centre of the basket sits a removable cylindrical bamboo liner (mizuire), finished in red lacquer, designed to hold water for fresh flower arrangements (ikebana). The rim ends are bound with pale rattan wrapping, a traditional finishing technique that both reinforces the structure and adds decorative detail. The basket carries a maker's signature reading Izumi (泉美), indicating it was produced by a bamboo craft workshop or artisan working in this name. This piece would suit both formal ikebana practice and display as a sculptural object of Japanese craft. Size Height: 12 cm Width: 26 cm Depth: 13.5 cm Weight 134 g Condition The basket shows light surface scuffing and minor scratches consistent with age and handling, as visible in the accompanying photographs. No structural damage, splits, or losses to the woven strips have been noted upon visual inspection. Additional Information Material: Bamboo, lacquer finish, rattan binding Origin: Japan Signature: Izumi (泉美) Includes: Removable red-lacquered bamboo water liner 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.