Chikusai Kyoto Bamboo Flower Basket Unge-gata Yabane-ami Sukashi-ami Tea

This is a flower basket made by Chikubisai, a Kyoto bamboo craft artist. It has been used infrequently and stored. The artist's name is “Chikubisai” (carved brush name). The shape features a central umbrella-like part called “Unge-gata,” which is considered highly decorative among flower vases. The weaving technique for the body is “Yabane-ami,” and for the umbrella part, it is “Sukashi-ami.” Finishing these as a single piece requires advanced skill and is representative of Chikubisai's work. The basket's height is approximately 10.63 inches and its diameter is 3.54 inches, with the central part being approximately 9.25 inches. The bamboo tube's height is approximately 9.45 inches, and the internal height (with bamboo nodes) is approximately 7.48 inches. The material is bamboo from Kyoto. The water container is made of bamboo. There is no original box or cloth included. This is a used item.

Details

Condition	Good
Origin	Japan
Material	Wood
Era	Unknown
Artist / Maker	Chikubisai
Dimensions	Height: 10.6 in