Hawk with Pine Tree(for Sale)

Sumie technique (Japanese traditional black ink drawing) 
Size: Framed 61x91cm
Medium: Sumi, Black Ink, on Japanese Paper
Price: $1500
Contact: artlab.colley@gmail.com

In Japanese tradition, the motif “Matsu ni taka(松に鷹)“ — “Hawk with pine” — symbolizes good fortune, long life, prosperity, and enduring strength.
This auspicious pattern embodies the values and spirit of classical Japan and was especially favored during the Warring States period (Sengoku era).

Admired for its fierce and noble appearance, the hawk captivated the hearts of samurai, who practiced falconry as a symbol of discipline and prestige.
The motif was used to express wishes for military success, social advancement, and the flourishing of one’s family legacy—making it a powerful and auspicious emblem.
The talons of the hawk served as a model for the dragon’s claws.