Bidspirit auction | Maeda Chikubosai I (1872-1950)

Maeda Chikubosai I (1872-1950) - AN AESTHETIC BAMBOO FLOWER BASKET BY MAEDA CHIKUBOSAI I. Maeda Chikubosai I (1872-1950) This outstanding example transitions from a square base with four natural bamboo stalk feet to a circular rim via slats of slender spaced bamboo anchored by twined rattan braiding. At the junction points beneath the rim, delicate openwork chevron knots lock the verticals into place. The wonderfully asymmetrical and disheveled handle is from a gnarled, naturally twisted piece of bamboo root/rhizome that contrasts the strict evenly spaced structure of the basket. The handle attaches to the rim through integrated bamboo branch joints wrapped in rattan coils. The basket rests on four short cylindrical bamboo feet at each corner of the base, bound in dark patinated rattan wrappings and is accompanied by a fitted bamboo cylinder liner ( otoshimono ) and the original paulownia-wood storage box ( tomobako ). Measures 18.5 x 10 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 18.5 x 10 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.