This is Kurume Rantai Shikki, a traditional craft from Fukuoka Prefecture. The character "九籃" (kyu-ran) written on the bottom of the basket is an abbreviation for "Kyushu Rantai Shikki." About Kurume Rantai Shikki: Features: It is made by weaving thin bamboo strips and repeatedly applying and polishing lacquer, making it light and durable. Origin of the name: "Rantai" means "to have a bamboo basket as a womb," referring to lacquerware that uses a bamboo basket as its base (framework). The black cylindrical object is called an "otoshi" (drop-in), which is used to hold water when used as a vase. Sizes: Vase diameter: Approximately 8 cm, Height: Approximately 15 cm Drop-in diameter: Approximately 7 cm, Height: 14 cm Although it is new, it has been stored for a long time, so I will sell it to someone who understands that it is a used item. Thank you. - Material: Bamboo work with lacquer - Color: Black and red stripes - Shape: Spherical - Decoration: Woven design - Size: Approximately 15 cm in diameter Thank you for viewing.