Vintage Japanese Bamboo Ikebana Flower Holder, Early Showa 1927-1945 | SKU: 26M-839-3

Vintage Japanese Bamboo Ikebana Flower Holder, Early Showa 1927-1945 | SKU: 26M-839-3

A sculptural bamboo ikebana piece with quiet wabi-sabi presence and striking vertical form.

This vintage Japanese bamboo flower holder is crafted from a thick section of bamboo with a tall cylindrical body and an elevated upper opening connected by a carved vertical support. The design creates two visible receptacles: a larger open cylinder below and a smaller circular opening at the top, giving the piece an architectural silhouette well suited to sparse branch or stem arrangements. Its warm amber-brown surface shows natural tonal variation, darkened nodes, and honest age wear that enhance its handmade character.

Displayed on its own, this piece brings strong sculptural appeal to a shelf, tokonoma-inspired corner, or Japandi interior. It is especially well suited to minimalist floral styling, seasonal branches, or as a decorative bamboo accent that highlights the natural beauty of the material and the asymmetry valued in Japanese design.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1927-1945 (Early Showa)
• Material: Bamboo
• Use: Ikebana flower holder for minimalist floral or branch arrangements
• Modern Use: Sculptural floral display; decorative shelf accent; Japandi or wabi-sabi interior styling
• Features: Tall cylindrical bamboo body; two open circular receptacles at different heights; carved open side section; darkened node bands; warm aged patina
• Dimensions: 2 1/2" Diameter x 12"H
• Condition: Good -- consistent with age; surface scratches, age darkening, and visible cracking at the upper section present; sold as-is

A distinctive vintage bamboo ikebana form that offers both natural texture and sculptural simplicity.

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 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.