Japanese Bamboo Flower Basket with Registered Design No. 357804 – Sculptural Hanakago with Insert This elegant Japanese bamboo flower basket (hanakago) comes with an original removable bamboo cylinder insert (otoshi) for holding water. The basket features a dynamic, undulating rim and an open lattice weave that beautifully showcases the craftsmanship of traditional Japanese bamboo art. The sculptural form is both airy and expressive, allowing light to pass through the finely split bamboo strips. On the underside, the basket bears a registered design number (意匠登録第357804号), indicating that the design was officially registered with the Japan Patent Office. A registered design (Isho Toroku) grants legal protection to newly created product designs, emphasizing the originality and exclusivity of this form. The base is reinforced with a neatly wrapped circular foot, and the interior includes a fitted bamboo cylinder insert, making it suitable for displaying fresh or dried flowers. The overall construction demonstrates careful handwork, refined proportions, and a strong decorative presence, ideal for both traditional and modern interiors. ⸻ Size Height: 17.5 cm Width: 24 cm Depth: 24 cm ⸻ Weight 400 g / 0.4 kg ⸻ Condition Good vintage condition with minor signs of age and handling. No major structural damage; the bamboo weave remains stable and well preserved. ⸻ Artist Profile Not specified. The piece bears a registered design number (No. 357804), confirming official design registration in Japan, but no individual maker name is indicated.