Long Life and Good Fortune Flower Basket Possibly 1934

"Long Life and Good Fortune Flower Basket" is a finely crafted woven basket made by Japanese artist Maeda Chikubōsai in 1934. The basket, a work of *basketry*, is expertly woven using a lattice pattern of dark brown bamboo strips. Its intricate design and smooth, glossy surface, combined with the suggestive title, evoke themes of *longevity and prosperity* that were highly prized in Japanese culture. This piece is a prime example of the artistry and meticulous craftsmanship associated with traditional Japanese *bamboo weaving*.