Buyback of 21-year-old Kutani ware Kutani-fu horse-shaped bottle.
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Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani-ware Ko-Kutani Style Galloping Horse Bottle: The Dynamic Beauty of Ko-Kutani Style
"Ko-Kutani" (古九谷) refers to the earliest style of Kutani ware from the 17th century. It is characterized by subdued colors like dark green, deep purple, and indigo, combined with strong compositional tension, contrasting with the elaborate style of later Kutani ware. The Ko-Kutani Style Galloping Horse Bottle features a galloping steed as its main visual element, with its coat and mane depicted using thick glaze layers, conveying the horse's dynamic movement. This is one of the Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani-ware series with the strongest compositional tension.
Hibiki Brand and Market Background
Hibiki's blending expertise incorporates whisky aged in plum liqueur casks, imparting a unique, mellow, fruity sweetness to the spirit—a flavor profile difficult for other blended whisky brands to replicate.
Several age statements of the Hibiki series (12-year, 17-year, 21-year, 30-year) have been discontinued or had their supply significantly reduced, leading to a continuous narrowing of annual market circulation and a steady rise in secondary market prices.
The 21-year maturation period allows the liquid to fully absorb the wood flavors while retaining sufficient original spirit character, making it what many collectors consider the "golden age range."
Constituent Elements of the Thematic Pattern
| Element | Ko-Kutani Style Characteristic | Visual Representation |
| Galloping Horse | Movement and power | Orange-yellow coat with dark mane |
| Clouds | Highlighting speed | Smoke or cloud patterns around the horse |
| Dark Green Grass | Ko-Kutani signature color | Grassland at the bottom of the painting |
| Ko-Kutani Polychrome | Deep color palette | Predominantly purple, green, and indigo |
Appreciation of Form and Craftsmanship
| Dimension | Top Condition | Craftsmanship Features |
| Horse's Posture | Front legs raised, strong musculature | Reflects the artisan's skill in depicting animals |
| Mane Texture | Smooth lines, strong three-dimensionality | Visual effect created by thick glaze layers |
| Compositional Tension | Subject occupies over 60% of the picture | Characteristic compositional feature of Ko-Kutani style |
| Base Mark Ko-Kutani Style Inscription | Clearly discernible |
Selling Process
- Photo and Quote: WhatsApp 46135750, send clear photos of the front of the bottle, back label, neck fill level, base, and outer box.
- Same-Day Quote: Our team will respond with a quote based on current market prices. If the price is satisfactory, we will arrange for doorstep or in-store collection, with cash or FPS settlement on the spot.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Is "Ko-Kutani style" generally more expensive than "Shin-Kutani"?
A: Ko-Kutani belongs to the earliest style of the kiln, and its craftsmanship is more challenging to reproduce. Market prices are usually slightly higher, but this depends on the batch and the artisan.
Q: How broad is the market for horse-themed items?
A: Animal themes (horses, tigers, dragons) typically appeal to zodiac collectors and collectors of East Asian art, forming different collecting communities from those interested in floral and avian themes.
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Extended Information on Hibiki Buyback
To learn more about market trends for different vintages and versions of Hibiki, you can browse the latest Hibiki buyback quotes, and refer to the Japanese Whisky Buyback Overview, or visit the Japanese Whisky Collection series.
First time selling? We recommend referring to the Free Home Appraisal Process, Must-Read FAQ Before Selling, or directly contacting a WhiskyWorld expert for an appraisal.
This whisky has been aged in oak barrels, with flavors of wood and malt intertwining, presenting the typical complexity of a single malt whisky.
Flavor profile: The nose offers floral and fruity notes with a hint of honey, the mid-palate reveals vanilla and cinnamon from the oak barrels, and the finish is long with a light smokiness.
This is a single malt Scotch whisky, crafted with meticulous artistry, making it a popular choice in the collection and tasting markets.
This whisky is a highly sought-after single malt, with consistent craftsmanship from the brand, offering both collection and tasting value.
