Japanese Antique Iizuka Sounsai (art name Kyokusho) Bamboo Basket
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Directory: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Baskets: Pre 1930: Item # 1442836
Directory: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Baskets: Pre 1930: Item # 1442836
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$1,100.00
Beautifully plaited bamboo basket by Iizuka Sounsai of the famed Iizuka Family of reknown basket makers in the Taisho and Showa eras. Signed on the reverse with an incised signature by the artist: Kyokusho Saku or Made by Kyokusho (Iizuka Kyokusho, the go or art name of Iizuka Sounsai, active early 20th century). Late Taisho – early Showa era, circa 1920 – 1940.
Iizuka Kyokusho was a brother of Iizuka Rokansai and Iizuka Hosai. He worked in Tokyo, and liked to work with slat bamboo. 12" tall by 13" wide. Great condition. Ask for shipping quote.