Flower Basket c. early 20th century

"Flower Basket" is a woven bamboo basket, or "kago", created by Japanese artist Tanabe Chikuunsai, a leading figure in the Japanese bamboo arts movement. The basket is crafted with intricate woven patterns, highlighting the artist's mastery of this traditional technique. The basket's functional design would have been used for carrying flowers or other delicate items, demonstrating the beauty and utility of Japanese basketry. Chikuunsai's work, exhibited at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, showcases the enduring appeal of Japanese artistic traditions.