A BAMBOO AND RATTAN BASKET SIGNED CHIKUUNSAI KORE WO TSUKURU, 20TH CENTURY | A BAMBOO BASKET EDO PERIOD, 19TH CENTURY

hexagonal plating, wrapping

- It is in good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

This is a work by Tanabe Chikuunsai I (1877–1937). He is regarded as one of the founders of modern Japanese bamboo art. He became an independent artist in 1901, following an apprenticeship under Wada Waichisai I (1851–1904). For further information, see Joe Earle, Baskets: Masterpieces of Japanese Bamboo Art, 1850-2015, p. 288.