Antique Japanese Basin — Stone (SKU: 25D-056) -

Antique Japanese "Tsukubai" Stone Water Basin - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-056)

SKU:
25D-056
$350.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 12" Diameter x 4 1/2"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Antique Japanese "Tsukubai" Water Basin, Stone, 1920s (SKU 25D-056)

Hand-carved Taishō-era ishifune basin with softly weathered foliate relief

Carved from a single block of natural stone, this round antique Japanese basin (tsukubai) presents a beautifully timeworn surface and a pleasingly low, open profile. The exterior is articulated into vertical panels, each worked with simple leaf-like motifs that catch the light and emphasize the hand-carved character of the piece.

The interior shows gentle wear from long use, with a naturally patinated bowl and slightly undulating rim that add to its wabi-sabi appeal. Ideal as a focal point in a Japanese garden, water feature, or entryway, this Taisho-era stone basin brings quiet, authentic character to both traditional and contemporary spaces.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Taishō period (c. 1910s–1920s)
  • Material: Hand-carved natural stone
  • Use: Garden tsukubai, water feature, planter, or decorative accent
  • Features: Faceted exterior with foliate carving, shallow circular form, textured chisel marks, naturally aged patina, Taisho-era Japanese stone basin suitable for indoor or outdoor display
  • Dimensions: 12" Diameter x 4 1/2"H
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with age-appropriate surface wear and weathering

A characterful Taishō-era stone piece that lends authentic Japanese garden atmosphere wherever it is placed.

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:
12" Diameter x 4 1/2"H