vintage japanese bamboo basket - decorative vase with rustic charm

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Celebrate the beauty of tradition with this exquisite vintage Japanese woven bamboo flower arrangement basket. Handcrafted from thick, durable strips of bamboo, this basket is both solid and gracefully designed - perfect for displaying your favorite seasonal blooms or simply enjoying as a striking work of art.

The basket’s rustic charm and meticulous craftsmanship reflect the rich heritage of Japanese artistry. Its deep, glossy brown patina adds warmth and depth, making it a standout piece in any interior. Included is a bamboo insert for arranging flowers with ease and elegance.

In Japanese culture, there is a deep sensitivity to the changing seasons, often expressed through floral displays in bamboo baskets. Traditionally placed in the tokonoma - a sacred alcove once serving as the spiritual heart of the home - these arrangements set the tone and atmosphere of the household. Each basket and flower pairing is thoughtfully chosen to reflect the time of year, adding an emotional and aesthetic harmony to daily life.

This beautifully aged basket remains in very good vintage condition, offering not only practical use but also a meaningful connection to a centuries-old tradition. Whether displayed as a centerpiece or tucked into a quiet corner, it brings a serene, contemplative beauty to any space.

A true collector’s item and conversation piece, this basket offers timeless appeal - honoring nature, seasonality, and the elegance of handmade craftsmanship.

- measures around 45 cm (17.75”) tall  x 24 cm (9.5”) across  x 23 cm ( 9”) deep.            
- weighs  1,100 gm.

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JAPANESE BAMBOO BASKETS
Japanese people are sensitive to seasonal changes and like to bring the seasonal mood into their homes with displays of flowers in bamboo baskets.

In traditional Japanese houses, the flower arrangements in baskets are placed in an alcove, called the tokonoma. This space was originally an altar; the sacred center of the home. The items placed in the tokonoma, are selected to suit a particular season or seasonal event. So the basket and flower arrangement display set the emotional tone of the household. 

One person accomplishes almost every step in the production of a basket. Three or four year old bamboo plants are picked at an optimum time for flexibility. Artists clean the stalk and cut it into approximately three-foot lengths. They then split the bamboo into different widths and lengths. Polishing and weaving the strips follow. The artists often dye the basket or parts of it.

There are three basic kinds of baskets. The first and formal style has  a symmetrical form with fine, precise, elaborate ‘weaves.’ The second kind is more relaxed, but still symmetrical in form.  The third type utilizes rough, thick ‘weaves,’ and a variety of shapes.

Japanese basket artists sometimes sign their work. Most recognized artists have had years of training, usually in a center associated with a lineage of artists.

In 1954, basket making was designated by the Japanese government as an Important Intangible Cultural Property.