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Japanese Bamboo Basket by Higashi Takesonosai

Creator: Higashi Takesonosai
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A hand-woven bamboo basket by Japanese bamboo artist Higashi Takesonosai (1915-2003), in the form of a traditional rice container. It was woven with thin bamboo strips in a diagonal twill plaiting for the lower body and twisted thousand-line construction for the upper body. The interior is finished in a black lacquer that is water proof, a rather unusual feature. The piece appears simple in form but done in very sophisticated techniques with utmost attention to details. Signed underneath and retains the original storage box (tomobako), which has inscription, title, signature and seal on both sides of the cover as shown.
Higashi Takesonosai is active in Kyoto, Kansai region. He studied under Kaneko Chikkasai and Wada Rinshisai.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Notes:	signed and marked
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	bamboo
Condition:	Good. Very little wear if any. Box has some age wear.
Creation Date:	20th century
Styles / Movements:	Arts & Crafts, Modern, Asian
Incollect Reference #:	339967

Dimensions

W.	8 in;	H.	8.75 in;	D.	8 in;
W.	20.32 cm;	H.	22.23 cm;	D.	20.32 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.