Antique Japanese Flower Basket — Bamboo, 1880, Meiji Era (SKU: 25M-523)

Antique Japanese Flower Basket — Bamboo, 1880, Meiji Era (SKU: 25M-523)

SKU:
25M-523
$150.00
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Antique Japanese Flower Basket — 1880s, Meiji Era (SKU: 25M-523)

An Embrace of Air and Form

This airy and expressive flower basket from the Meiji period reveals a different side of traditional Japanese bamboo artistry. The open weave feels sculptural and spontaneous, as if mimicking the fluidity of wind or water. Though light in design, it’s anchored by sturdy handles and deliberate form — likely once used in traditional tea ceremonies or seasonal ikebana displays.

A small bamboo cup rests nestled at its core, ideal for holding a flower stem or seasonal sprig. The asymmetrical accents, including thicker bamboo pegs and twisted cords, add rhythm and character, creating a dynamic dance of texture and line. This is a basket not just for use, but for contemplation.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: 1880s, Meiji Period

  • Material: Bamboo

  • Use: Ikebana or tea ceremony display

  • Features: Open-weave body, integrated bamboo cup, twisted handle

  • Dimensions: 7" Diameter x 6"H

  • Condition: Good vintage condition; rustic character intact

It holds space more than weight — a sculptural expression of quiet movement and wabi-sabi spirit.