Rare square waterbassin
Price: € 1.300,00
A square-shaped Japanese granite chôzu’bachi 手水鉢 (water basin) of an unusual two-layered central basin design.
The square upper surface is subtly carved with a washed moon motif, suggesting the reflection of the moon upon the surface of water. This poetic design is particularly fitting for a water basin, where the motif becomes part of the actual interplay between stone, water, and reflected light.
Chôzu’bachi, also known as hand-washing water basins, are traditional elements of Japanese gardens. Beyond their decorative function, they serve a practical purpose in ritual purification, providing water for washing the hands and rinsing the mouth before entering a tea room or sacred space, such as a Buddhist temple or Shintô shrine. When incorporated into the arrangement of a tea garden, the basin forms part of a tsukubai 蹲.
Dimensions:
Height 25 cm, Diameter 55 cm.
The precise age of stone garden objects such as this is difficult to determine with certainty. We believe this example was carved during the Taisho (1912-1926)
It is in very good original condition, with natural traces of weathering consistent with outdoor use. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference.
For safe transport, the basin will be securely packed on a wooden pallet.
When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.
