Bidspirit auction | Tanabe Chikuunsai I (1877-1937)

Tanabe Chikuunsai I (1877-1937) - A CHARACTERFUL JAPANESE BAMBOO BASKET SIGNED CHIKUUNSAI. Tanabe Chikuunsai I (1877-1937) This fine wide mouth tea ceremony basket combines three distinct weaves and features a number of interesting characteristics. The body of dense, tight herringbone twill, and a micro-thin shaved bamboo weave in compound openwork, and complex multi-knotted coiled cord rims top and bottom. It also features a galleried rim of natural root-bamboo in an undulating circle. The sides are divided by bindings that extend as vertical braided ribs that travel down the exterior walls to the foot ring. The triple split bamboo handle is adorned in complex butterfly knots. The fine example is accompanied by a fitted bamboo cylinder liner ( otoshimono ). Measures 17 x 12 inches in diameter. 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 17 x 12 inches in diameter. Condition Very good condition. There are no breaks, cracks, repairs, losses or areas of discoloration or heavy wear. Provenance 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.