Vintage Japanese Basket — Bamboo (SKU: 25D-203-3) -

Vintage Japanese Bamboo Basket - 1940s Showa Era (25D-203-3)

SKU:
25D-203-3
$180.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 9" Diameter x 5"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Vintage Japanese Basket, Bamboo (SKU 25D-203-3)

Dark-stained square mingei basket with finely plaited rim and openwork walls

This vintage Japanese bamboo basket is a handsome example of everyday mingei craft, likely from the mid-Showa period. The softly squared base rises into a rounded mouth, giving the piece a distinctive profile that sits securely on four low corner feet. A deep, almost ebony stain highlights the natural sheen of the bamboo while allowing subtle warm brown tones to peek through at the vertical ribs.

The sides are woven in an airy cross-lattice that contrasts with the solid checker-plaited base, making it ideal as a fruit or bread basket, a wagashi serving tray, or a sculptural object in a wabi-sabi interior. A thick, braided rim and tightly wrapped horizontal bands reinforce the structure, showcasing the weaver’s skill and giving this Showa-era basket enduring strength and character.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period (20th century)
  • Material: Dark-stained bamboo
  • Use: Fruit or bread basket, table display, or decorative mingei accent
  • Features: Squared base with four corner feet; braided rim; openwork lattice walls; checker-plaited base; rich dark patina typical of vintage Japanese bamboo baskets
  • Dimensions: 9" Diameter x 5"H
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear and patina consistent with age

A versatile Showa-era bamboo piece that brings quiet Japanese craftsmanship to any shelf, alcove, or tabletop.

 

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:
9" Diameter x 5"H