Japanese Shōwa era vessel made from a single section of hollowed natural bamboo.
Originally designed for traditional ikebana arrangements. Features an architectural form with pronounced segments and a dark, ebonised striped lacquer finish.
Fitted with a copper internal liner for holding water, which extends halfway down the vessel.
Size - 31cm H x 15cm W
Period - Shōwa era - c.1950-1960
Production - Artisan workshop piece
Condition - Age related chips and scratches to the lacquer and patina to the copper insert.
Japanese Shōwa era vessel made from a single section of hollowed natural bamboo.
Originally designed for traditional ikebana arrangements. Features an architectural form with pronounced segments and a dark, ebonised striped lacquer finish.
Fitted with a copper internal liner for holding water, which extends halfway down the vessel.
Size - 31cm H x 15cm W
Period - Shōwa era - c.1950-1960
Production - Artisan workshop piece
Condition - Age related chips and scratches to the lacquer and patina to the copper insert.
