Antique Dishes with Hand-painted Taka (Hawk) Design
From late Meiji to early Taisho Period (1900~1920)
Made in Hizen, a province which was part of Saga and Nagasaki Prefectures and also included Arita and Imari
Hizen, Arita and Ko-Imari (Old Imari) are often used interchangeably for ceramics from this region, produced during the Edo and Meiji Periods
Small plates used in Japanese cuisine to serve side dishes
In modern times, they can also be used as catch-all or trinket dishes
They have been decorated with transfers, hand-painting and itchinmori techniques
Itchinmori is a technique where slip, glaze, or paint is poured into itchin (dropper) and squeezed out to decorate the piece
Hawks can reach their target with speed and precision, their sharp claws capturing their prey and never letting go, thus associated with grasping luck, happiness, and succeeding in life
Marked with kanji character “Hi” for the former province of “Hizen”
(Listing is for dishes - Stands not included)
SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER 11.3CM (4.4") X HEIGHT 3CM (1.2")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
450 Grams (Total for all pieces)
CONDITION - GOOD
Wear on painting and gold rim. Some blue transfer print on rim from time of production. Small chipping on base. Overall good condition. Hand wash only - do not scrub or put in dishwasher.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
US Customers - From August 29, 2025, US Customs is applying additional import fees on parcels entering the country. Please check with your local customs office for details.
⚠️Shipping to the US has been temporarily paused and will resume once tariff rates for postal services become clear. (August 13, 2025)
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
Antique Dishes with Hand-painted Taka (Hawk) Design
From late Meiji to early Taisho Period (1900~1920)
Made in Hizen, a province which was part of Saga and Nagasaki Prefectures and also included Arita and Imari
Hizen, Arita and Ko-Imari (Old Imari) are often used interchangeably for ceramics from this region, produced during the Edo and Meiji Periods
Small plates used in Japanese cuisine to serve side dishes
In modern times, they can also be used as catch-all or trinket dishes
They have been decorated with transfers, hand-painting and itchinmori techniques
Itchinmori is a technique where slip, glaze, or paint is poured into itchin (dropper) and squeezed out to decorate the piece
Hawks can reach their target with speed and precision, their sharp claws capturing their prey and never letting go, thus associated with grasping luck, happiness, and succeeding in life
Marked with kanji character “Hi” for the former province of “Hizen”
(Listing is for dishes - Stands not included)
SIZE (Approx.)
DIAMETER 11.3CM (4.4") X HEIGHT 3CM (1.2")
WEIGHT (without packaging)
450 Grams (Total for all pieces)
CONDITION - GOOD
Wear on painting and gold rim. Some blue transfer print on rim from time of production. Small chipping on base. Overall good condition. Hand wash only - do not scrub or put in dishwasher.
Vintage, antique and pre-loved items may show some signs of aging or wear. Please inspect the photos carefully before making your purchase.
Please note colours may vary slightly depending on monitor settings.
SHIPPING
Free Delivery - please refer to Shipping & Returns for further information.
US Customers - From August 29, 2025, US Customs is applying additional import fees on parcels entering the country. Please check with your local customs office for details.
⚠️Shipping to the US has been temporarily paused and will resume once tariff rates for postal services become clear. (August 13, 2025)
The Buyer is responsible for any import duties, taxes, or fees that may apply.
Bundle purchases may be shipped in separate parcels due to size, weight, or fragility.
