Width: 59cms
Height: 59cms
Depth: 13cms
Date: Circa 1880
£POA - What does POA mean?
Product Code: KPLQ07
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From our collection of Japanese Meiji-era lacquer-ware, this impressive, late nineteenth century charger depicting an eagle attacking a pair of pheasants.
The bird of prey with wings outstretched and talons primed to seize its prey. The pair of pheasants appearing to scatter amongst wind-swept grasslands. The lacquer decoration enhanced
Some visible wear to the borders of the dish. Contact us for further information or to arrange a viewing.
Exemption Certificate number – GVJBPS1A
Eagle
In Japan the eagle has represented the great power of nature since ancient times.
Pheasant
The pheasant is an important bird in the Shinto religion, it is a messenger for Amaterasu the sun goddess and as such is seen a symbol of luck, longevity and fidelity.
Takagari
Takagari is the Japanese word for falconry, as in the West, it was a status sport reserved for wealthy nobles that could afford to buy and house the expensive birds.
It was popular among Samurai, the Goshawk and Hawk were popular birds with the Eagle reserved for very high status individuals, it is not unusual to see favourite birds depicted in artworks of the time.
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