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Japanese antique stone basin "Tsukubai" / Garden ornament / 1868-1920
$800
£618.14
€714.63
CA$1,130.46
A$1,267.88
CHF 663.97
MX$15,406.02
NOK 8,431.32
SEK 7,993.49
DKK 5,334.31
About the Item
This is an old tsukubai (stone basin) believed to have been made in Japan.
In Japanese culture, there is a long-standing tradition of designing gardens that reflect the changing beauty of the four seasons. Among the elements that express the spirit of tranquility and hospitality in these gardens, the tsukubai plays a particularly important role. Traditionally, it was placed at the entrance of a teahouse, allowing guests to wash their hands and rinse their mouths before entering. Water would flow from a bamboo spout (kakei) and be collected in this stone basin.
This piece features a rare design shaped like a traditional folding fan (ōgi). In Japan, the fan shape is considered auspicious, symbolizing prosperity and expansion, and has long been cherished as a motif in interior and decorative arts.
Measuring approximately W 40.5 cm × D 30.5 cm × H 12.4 cm and weighing around 16.25 kg, it is compact and easy to handle. Its size makes it versatile for placement at the entrance of a home, in a garden corner, or as a display piece in a retail or gallery setting, adding a subtle yet elegant accent to any space.
Overall, the item is in good condition. There is one repaired crack and another small repaired area (please refer to the images marked with red circles for details). Neither is particularly noticeable, blending well with the natural surface of the stone, and they do not interfere with the aesthetic or functional qualities of the piece.
While many tsukubai are made of stone, fan-shaped examples like this are relatively rare, making this a highly unique and collectible item. Its calm and refined presence blends beautifully not only with traditional Japanese interiors but also with modern spaces.
A highly recommended piece.
Item number: SC122
Dimensions: W 40.5 cm × D 30.5 cm × H 12.4 cm
Weight: 16.25 kg
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- Dimensions:Height: 4.89 in (12.4 cm)Width: 15.95 in (40.5 cm)Depth: 12.01 in (30.5 cm)
- Style:Meiji (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1868-1920
- Condition:Repaired: The overall condition is good, but there is a crack that has been repaired in one place and a small repair in another place (please see the image circled in red for details).
- Seller Location:Sammu-shi, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5487245678472
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