Vintage Japanese Bamboo Vase, 1946 - 1965 (Mid Showa) | SKU: 26M-936-2

Japanese Take Hanaire Bamboo Vase | Floor Vase & Living Room Accent, 1946-1965 (Mid Showa), SKU 26M-936-2

A striking sculptural floor vase hand-cut from a single large bamboo stalk, with a natural root base and lacquered window opening.

A take hanaire is a traditional Japanese bamboo flower vase used in the art of ikebana (flower arranging) and the tea ceremony aesthetic. This impressive example is cut from a single thick-walled bamboo culm, preserving the natural nodal rings that give the stalk its characteristic segmented texture. The base widens organically where the culm meets the root, creating a stable, flared footing with spiraling growth lines that speak to the wabi-sabi aesthetic prized in Japanese antique craft. A rectangular window has been cut through the midsection of the stalk and carefully outlined in black lacquer, a refined detail that transforms a natural material into a handcrafted Japanese decorative object. The open top of the cylinder provides a generous mouth for arranging branches or blooms. Age-related patina -- including subtle surface checks and honeyed amber toning -- adds to its authenticity and character.

In a modern home, this large-scale take hanaire makes a commanding living room accent or entryway statement piece. Stand it on the floor alongside a single sculptural branch for a Japandi style moment, or use it as a dramatic dried-flower floor vase in a minimalist decor setting. Its warm bamboo tones and bold natural form complement both contemporary and wabi-sabi-inspired interiors equally well. It also makes a truly unique housewarming gift or a standout piece for collectors of Japanese antique folk art and natural craft.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Natural bamboo culm with black lacquer detailing
• Use: Ikebana flower vase; decorative bamboo vessel for the tokonoma (alcove) or tea ceremony setting
• Modern Use: Floor vase for dried branches or pampas grass; living room or entryway sculptural accent; Japandi style home decor statement piece
• Features: Single large-diameter bamboo culm; natural flared root base with spiraling growth rings; multiple visible nodes along the shaft; rectangular lacquered window cut through the midsection; open cylindrical top mouth; age patina with warm amber toning and minor surface checks
• Dimensions: 7" Diameter x 27"H
• Condition: Good -- age-appropriate surface checks and patina consistent with vintage bamboo; lacquer detailing intact

A rare and sculptural piece of Japanese antique bamboo craft that brings the timeless wabi-sabi aesthetic directly into any modern living space.

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.