Bidspirit auction | TANABE CHIKUUNSAI II LOW FLOWER

TANABE CHIKUUNSAI II LOW FLOWER BASKET, ADAIR ESTATE - The low, oval, wide-mouthed flower arranging basket constructed in a bold open square weave features an arched handle asymmetrically placed at one end finished in a rich chestnut-red lacquer coating and accompanied by a dark lacquered bamboo insert. Measures 6.5 x 14 x 11 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell. Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house. Dimensions Measures 6.5 x 14 x 11 inches. Condition Very good condition. There are no chips, breaks, repairs, losses or areas of heavy wear. Provenance The estate of John Adair Jr. (1942-2025), founder and proprietor of Kurofune Antiques in Tokyo (est. 1978), a world-renowned destination for Japanese basketry, prints and furniture featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal.