Vintage Japanese Hawk Statue — Iron (SKU: 25S-562) - 1

Vintage Japanese Taka Hawk Statue — Iron, 1950, Showa Era (SKU: 25S-562)

SKU:
25S-562
$220.00
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Vintage Japanese Taka Hawk Statue, Iron, Showa Era (SKU 25S-562)

Showa-era cast iron hawk poised on a rugged crag, symbolising vigilance and strength in Japanese art.

This dynamic cast iron sculpture captures a hawk at the decisive moment before flight, wings spread wide as it grips a jagged rock. The artisan has modelled the bird with bold, almost sculptural planes, from the powerful beak and keen eyes to the muscular shoulders and extended pinions, giving the piece a strong presence from every angle.

Patinated in deep brown and black tones with subtle green to the base, the statue recalls mid-Showa Japanese metalwork, where traditional subjects such as the taka (hawk) were reinterpreted with a more expressive, modern sensibility. Ideal as a statement piece for a tokonoma alcove, study, or office, it embodies the auspicious qualities of courage, focus, and protection long associated with hawks in Japan.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period, mid-20th century (vintage)
  • Material: Cast iron with applied patina
  • Use: Display sculpture for interior décor, tokonoma, study, or office
  • Features: Vintage Japanese hawk statue; dramatic outstretched wings; finely modelled head and talons; rock-form base with dark and green patination; strong Showa-era aesthetic
  • Dimensions: --
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear to the surface and patina

A striking example of Showa metalwork, this iron hawk brings a sense of watchful energy and timeless Japanese craftsmanship to any collection.

 

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.