Antique Japanese Ikebana Flower Basket, 1927 - 1945 (Early Showa) | SKU: 26M-904

Japanese Hanakago Ikebana Flower Basket | Wabi-Sabi Living Room Accent & Entryway Decor, 1927-1945 (Early Showa), SKU 26M-904

A boldly woven bamboo hanakago with a sweeping arched handle -- handcrafted for the Japanese art of ikebana flower arranging.

A hanakago is a traditional Japanese woven flower basket used as a vase or vessel in ikebana, the classical art of Japanese flower arrangement. Dating to the Early Showa period, this handcrafted Japanese antique basket is constructed from wide, flat-split bamboo strips woven in a dramatic diagonal pattern that wraps around the rounded body in sweeping, overlapping arcs. The weave alternates between rich auburn and deep espresso tones -- a natural variation in the bamboo itself, deepened beautifully by nearly a century of patina. The base features a tightly woven circular footer for stable display, while the interior floor shows a classic hexagonal lattice weave. The tall arched handle rises well above the basket body and is braided from multiple bamboo strips, giving it both structural strength and graceful visual height. This is a piece of vintage Japanese craft made to be seen as much as used.

In a modern home, this hanakago is a striking living room accent or entryway decor piece that brings the wabi-sabi aesthetic into any space. Place it on a console table, bookshelf, or sideboard with a simple arrangement of dried botanicals, pampas grass, or seasonal branches for an effortlessly Japandi style vignette. Its open weave also makes it a beautiful display bowl for pine cones, citrus, or smooth stones on a dining table or kitchen counter. A rare and sculptural piece, it makes a thoughtful housewarming gift or a standout addition to any collection of Japanese antique folk craft.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1927-1945 (Early Showa)
• Material: Flat-split bamboo, hand-woven
• Use: Ikebana flower basket -- used as a vase vessel in traditional Japanese flower arranging
• Modern Use: Living room decorative accent with dried botanicals; entryway display bowl for seasonal objects; Japandi-style tabletop centerpiece
• Features: Dramatic diagonal wrap weave in contrasting auburn and dark brown tones; tall braided arched handle; rounded belly with a stable circular foot; open hexagonal lattice weave on the interior floor; rich aged patina throughout
• Dimensions: 10"W x 10"D x 16"H
• Condition: Excellent

A sculptural piece of Japanese antique folk craft -- this hanakago brings the timeless wabi-sabi aesthetic of ikebana into any modern interior.

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.