Antique Japanese Samurai Kite “Tako (凧)” — 20th Century Showa-Era Valor (25M-395-3) - 1

Antique Japanese Samurai Kite “Tako (凧)” — 20th Century Showa-Era Valor (25M-395-3)

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25M-395-3
$100.00
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Antique Japanese Samurai Kite “Tako” — 20th Century Showa-Era Valor
The Skyward Warrior of Tradition and Strength

This Antique Japanese Kite (凧) features a commanding samurai warrior, his fierce expression captured mid-battle in bold, expressive strokes that echo the spirit of Edo-period ukiyo-e masters. With a wild mane, wide eyes, and a resolute stance, this warrior seems ready to burst from the frame—a testament to the energy and bravado that defined Japan’s legendary swordsmen.

Crafted in the traditional Tako-e style, the kite is hand-painted on washi paper with a bamboo frame, showcasing intense reds, rich golds, deep greens, and purples. These color choices and the robust brushwork reflect the powerful aesthetics of historical kite painting, where kites were flown not just for fun, but to invoke protection, strength, and good fortune.

Whether displayed indoors as folk art or flown under the open sky, this kite is a magnificent homage to Japan’s heroic spirit and its enduring craftsmanship.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: Showa Period (circa mid-20th century)

  • Material: Hand-painted washi paper on bamboo frame

  • Style: Traditional Tako-e influenced by ukiyo-e

  • Subject: Bold Samurai in elaborate armor and helmet

  • Dimensions: 15"W X 21 1/2"H

  • Condition: Very good with minor age-related wear; original strings intact

A dazzling mix of warrior strength and cultural tradition, this samurai kite invites you to let history take flight.