Bidspirit auction | Maeda Chikubosai I (1872-1950)

Maeda Chikubosai I (1872-1950) - A SOOT-PATINATED JAPANESE BAMBOO BASKET BY CHIKUBOSAI I. Maeda Chikubosai I (1872-1950) The tall root-handled basket of smoked bamboo is woven in an open hexagonal plaiting banded by horizontal corded ribs beneath the tightly wrapped rim crowned by an undulating bamboo ornament with intact knuckles and nodal eyes. The handle is formed of natural dark mottled bamboo root culms that descend along the body after dividing into multiple natural branching offshoots and spurs and fingers that extend deep down the upper walls with rosette knots. Accompanied by two liners: a patinated bamboo cylinder and a copper insert; along with the original double-inscribed fitted paulownia wood storage box (tomobako). Measures 21 x 8 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 21 x 8 inches in diameter. Condition Very good condition throughout, no damage, repair 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.