Pumpkin
Artist
Shiotsuki Juran
(Japanese, 1948 - 2016)
Dateapprox. 1970-2000
CultureJapanese
MaterialsBamboo
DimensionsH. 13 in x W. 13 in x D. 11 in, H. 33 cm x W. 33 cm x D. 27.9 cm
Credit LineLloyd Cotsen Japanese Bamboo Basket Collection
Object number2006.3.505
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on viewThis lobed pumpkin-shaped basket is woven of dark brown and sesame-colored bamboo in an irregular plait of various widths. The long and narrow bamboo branch is inserted into the center of the basket to serve as a water container in the shape of a pumpkin stem.
approx. 1800-1830
approx. 1925-1980
