Description
Japanese Bantai means "bamboo basket weaving (base material)." As the name suggests, it is made by applying lacquer to woven bamboo vessels, polishing them repeatedly, and then applying decorative processing.
It is said to have been created around 1887 by three people: tea master Toyofuku Katsuji, bamboo craftsman Kondo Koshichi, and lacquerer Kawasaki Minejiro. Not only is it beautiful in appearance, it is also light and durable, and the more you use it, the more it becomes appealing.
Provenance: Fukuoka, Japan.
Measurements: 12.5 in L x 6.75 in W x 1 in H. 32 cm x 17.25 cm x 2.54 cm.
Condition: very good for age; lacquer in excellent condition.
Interested buyers are highly encouraged to ask all necessary questions before purchase. Thank you.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Condition: very good for age; lacquer in excellent condition.
Origin:
Japan
Materials & Techniques:
Bamboo, Lacquer
Details:
Country of Origin: Japan
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
It is said to have been created around 1887 by three people: tea master Toyofuku Katsuji, bamboo craftsman Kondo Koshichi, and lacquerer Kawasaki Minejiro. Not only is it beautiful in appearance, it is also light and durable, and the more you use it, the more it becomes appealing.
Provenance: Fukuoka, Japan.
Measurements: 12.5 in L x 6.75 in W x 1 in H. 32 cm x 17.25 cm x 2.54 cm.
Condition: very good for age; lacquer in excellent condition.
Interested buyers are highly encouraged to ask all necessary questions before purchase. Thank you.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Condition: very good for age; lacquer in excellent condition.
Origin:
Japan
Materials & Techniques:
Bamboo, Lacquer
Details:
Country of Origin: Japan
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Condition: very good for age; lacquer in excellent condition.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
1 x 6.75 x 12.5 in
Handmade Authentic Japanese Bantai Basket-Woven Lacquerware Tray 1940s
Estimate $90-$300
Starting Price
$45
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Collected Interiors: Antiques, Art & Decor
Sep 15, 2026, 4:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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