Flaring flower basket of old arrows in armor plaiting
Artist
Tanabe Chikuunsai I
(Japanese, 1887 - 1937)
Place of OriginSakai, Osaka prefecture, Japan
Dateapprox. 1900-1937
CultureJapanese
MaterialsMat plaiting, twining lacquer, smoked bamboo (hobichiku and madake varieties) and rattan
DimensionsH. 18 1/8 in x W. 10 1/4 in x D. 10 5/8 in, H. 46 cm x W. 26 cm x D. 27 cm
Credit LineLloyd Cotsen Japanese Bamboo Basket Collection
Object number2006.3.484
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on viewTanabe Chikuunsai I was one of the leading bamboo artists of his day, known for intricate Chinese-style baskets as well as his many original techniques. One such innovation was the use of old bamboo arrows in flower baskets, as seen here. Chikuunsai's descendents are still active as bamboo artists today.
approx. 1900-1975
