Hanging cicada flower basket
Place of OriginJapan
Dateapprox. 1912-1989
CultureJapanese
MaterialsBamboo and rattan
DimensionsH. 7 1/2 in x Diam. 5 1/2 in, H. 19.0 cm x Diam. 14.0 cm
Credit LineLloyd Cotsen Japanese Bamboo Basket Collection
Object number2006.3.93
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on viewThis "cicada" basket, so-called because its flared shape resemble the insect wings, is of a type often used in the powdered tea (matcha) ceremony.
approx. 1915-1950
1900-2000
approx. 1912-1975
