Antique Japanese Square Basket (SKU: 25D-384-1) -

Antique Japanese Square Basket - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-384-1)

SKU:
25D-384-1
$95.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 22"W x 12"D
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Antique Japanese Square Basket, 1920s (SKU 25D-384-1)

Finely woven Taishō-era square bamboo basket with rich dark patina

This elegant antique Japanese square basket showcases a meticulous kumi-ami (interlaced) weave in alternating dark and warm reddish-brown bamboo strips. The low rectangular form and straight sides give it a refined, architectural presence, ideal for presenting textiles, papers, or as a centerpiece tray in a contemporary interior.

Likely dating to the Taishō period, the basket features a sturdy outer frame with reinforcing ribs that divide the base into panels, a detail often seen in quality 1920s Japanese basketry. The surface has developed a soft sheen from age and use, enhancing the contrast between the deep lacquer-like stain and the natural bamboo highlights.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Taishō period (c. 1920s)
  • Material: Woven bamboo
  • Use: Serving or display tray, storage for textiles, papers, or tea utensils
  • Features: Rectangular square basket form; tight interlaced weave; reinforced base panels; dark stained bamboo with reddish highlights; classic antique Japanese basketry suitable for Taisho-era inspired interiors
  • Dimensions: 22"W x 12"D 
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear and patina appropriate to age

A versatile Taishō-era bamboo piece that brings quiet Japanese refinement to any display or daily use.

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.

Additional Information
size:
22"W x 12"D