Vintage Japanese Ikebana Flower Basket, 1966 - 1989 (Late Showa) | SKU: 26M-521-5

Japanese Hanakago Ikebana Flower Basket | Vintage Bud Vase & Living Room Accent, 1966-1989 (Late Showa), SKU 26M-521-5

A handwoven bamboo hanakago with a removable bamboo tube insert -- a refined vessel for ikebana and wabi-sabi living.

A hanakago is a traditional Japanese flower basket used in the art of ikebana -- the centuries-old practice of mindful floral arrangement. This vintage Japanese antique exemplifies the basketry craft of the Late Showa period, when skilled artisans continued to produce hanakago of exceptional quality for use in both tea ceremony settings and everyday home display. The cylindrical body is tightly woven in a bold diagonal cross-hatch pattern using split bamboo strips that have mellowed to a warm honey-brown with age. A tightly braided arched handle rises gracefully from the rim, allowing the piece to be carried or hung as a decorative accent. Housed inside the woven outer shell is a removable hollow bamboo tube insert -- open at the top -- which holds water and stems directly, protecting the basket while keeping flowers perfectly positioned. The interplay of the open lattice weave against the natural bamboo cylinder within creates a layered visual texture that is quintessentially wabi-sabi.

In a modern home, this handcrafted Japanese flower basket is as versatile as it is beautiful. Display it as a living room accent on a console or side table with a single stem or small branch arrangement in the ikebana tradition. The open weave and warm tones complement Japandi style and minimalist decor effortlessly. Remove the bamboo insert and use the basket alone as a sculptural decorative object on a shelf or entryway table. It also works beautifully as a bedside bud vase holder or a bathroom organizer for rolled towels or dried botanicals. A truly unique housewarming gift for collectors, Japanophiles, or anyone who appreciates handcrafted Japanese craft with a living, functional presence.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Split bamboo (woven outer basket); natural bamboo tube insert
• Use: Ikebana flower basket -- holds a removable bamboo water tube for floral arrangements
• Modern Use: Bud vase holder for single-stem arrangements; decorative living room or entryway accent; bathroom organizer for dried botanicals or rolled linens
• Features: Open diagonal cross-hatch weave body; braided arched carry handle; removable hollow bamboo tube insert; warm honey-brown patina throughout
• Dimensions: 5" Diameter x 12"H
• Condition: Excellent

A timeless piece of vintage Japanese craft that brings the quiet beauty of ikebana and the wabi-sabi aesthetic into any modern home.

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.

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