Bidspirit auction | Maeda Chikubosai I (1872-1950)

Maeda Chikubosai I (1872-1950) - A CHIKUBOSAI I JAPANESE FLOWER BASKET IN MELLOW PATINA. Maeda Chikubosai I (1872-1950) The shallow, finely-constructed, bowl-shaped Japanese tea ceremony bamboo flower basket features an interesting twisted, multi-strand bamboo handle with seven elaborate butterfly knots and many natural nodes while joining an equally unusual rim of natural bamboo also having abundant joint nodes and considerable patina. The exterior walls are constructed in dense herringbone twill. Accompanied by a paulownia-wood storage box ( tomobako ). Measures 14.5 x 17 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 14.5 x 17 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.