{"product_id":"hui-shou-xiang-21nian-jiu-gu-shao-gu-jiu-gu-feng-jun-ma-wen-ping","title":"of 21 Year Old Kutani ware Kutani-fu horse-shaped bottle Buyback","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe Dynamic Tension of Ko-Kutani Style: Why Collectors Covet the Hibiki 21-Year-Old Galloping Horse Decanter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Hibiki 21-year-old ceramic decanter features a galloping horse depicted in the \"Ko-Kutani style.\" Ko-Kutani () refers to the earliest style of Kutani ware from the 17th century, characterized by a palette of rich greens, deep purples, and indigo blues. While understated, its compositions possess strong dynamic tension, a stark contrast to the flamboyant style of later Kutani ware. The decanter's main visual is the galloping horse, with its coat and mane rendered in thick glaze layers, making the horse's dynamism the most prominent feature in the entire series. For collectors who own this bottle and are considering selling it, the dual rarity of a 21-year-old high-vintage liquid paired with a Ko-Kutani style ceramic decanter is a significant advantage when negotiating a price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter: Brand Background and Buyer Focus\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCreated by Suntory, Hibiki is positioned as the flagship Japanese \u003cb\u003eblended whisky\u003c\/b\u003e, rather than a single malt. Its core body comes from Yamazaki and Hakushu malt whiskies, rounded out by Chita grain whisky. Some of these whiskies are aged in plum wine casks, contributing to Hibiki's mellow, fruity sweetness. The iconic 24-faceted crystal bottle echoes Japan's 24 seasonal divisions, giving Hibiki design and collectible appeal beyond just whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Hibiki is released in limited editions like these Kutani ceramic decanters, it steps outside the regular production line, making its existence inherently rare. With overall demand for Japanese whisky at an all-time high, the market interest in these ceramic limited editions has also surged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eComposition of the Galloping Horse Motif\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotif Element\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKo-Kutani Style Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual Presentation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eGalloping Horse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eEmphasizes dynamism and power\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOrange-yellow coat with dark mane\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eClouds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHighlights speed\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDust and cloud patterns around the horse\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eRich Green Grass\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eKo-Kutani signature color\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGrassland at the bottom of the image\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eKo-Kutani Rich Colors\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMuted, deep color palette\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePredominantly purple, green, and indigo blue\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Appreciation Points for Form and Craftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppreciation Dimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeak Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHorse's Posture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFront legs raised, clearly defined musculature\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eReflects the artisan's skill in depicting animals\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMane Texture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSmooth lines, strong three-dimensional feel\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eVisual effect created by layered thick glaze\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompositional Tension\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMain subject occupies over 60% of the image\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eTypical Ko-Kutani style layout\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eBase Markings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eClear and legible Ko-Kutani style markings\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eComplete markings help verify the version\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Conditions Affecting Resale Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositive Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Deductions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c!--nl\/\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCeramic Decanter Glaze\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNo chips, cracks, or repairs\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eChips on the bottle, hairline cracks, or scratches on the glaze\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLiquid Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFull liquid level, no leakage from seal\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLiquid level drop, signs of leakage from seal\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeal and Label\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOriginal seal, clear and flat label\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDamaged seal, yellowed or peeling label\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaulownia Box and Documents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOriginal box and all related certificates complete\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMissing box, certificate, or numbered card\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter: Pre-Transaction Checklist\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eGet a photo quote for your Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter\u003c\/b\u003e: Take clear photos of the front, back label, liquid level, seal, and box\/certificate. WhatsApp them to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e – no need to bring the bottle out first.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eEstimate based on actual condition of your Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter\u003c\/b\u003e: For the same Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter, variations in old\/new labels, limited editions, or box\/certificate differences can affect the price. We'll clarify the version before quoting.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn-store or doorstep service for your Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter\u003c\/b\u003e: We can arrange doorstep collection or in-store drop-off for your Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter, depending on location. Payment will be made after both parties confirm the item's condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions from Buyers of Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: I want to sell my Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter. Which photos are most crucial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Front, back label, liquid level, seal, bottle bottom, and box\/certificate are most useful. Close-ups of the painted design, the kiln mark on the bottle bottom, outer box, certificate, and seal are also needed; for art decanters like this, it's not just about the liquid—the condition of the bottle itself directly impacts the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Ko-Kutani style always more valuable than later Kutani styles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Ko-Kutani is the earliest style of Kutani ware, and its recreation is more challenging, often fetching a slightly higher market price. However, the final price still depends on the batch, artisan, and current week's transactions; style alone cannot determine it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What kind of buyer demographics are interested in animal-themed items like the galloping horse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Animal themes such as horses, tigers, and dragons often appeal to zodiac collectors and collectors of East Asian art, belonging to a different demographic than those interested in floral and bird themes. When selling, you can target these specific buyers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does the quoted price vary slightly each time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The secondary market for Hibiki is actively traded, with transaction prices fluctuating weekly. Our quotes reflect the current market range, not prices from several months ago, so there may be slight differences when asking at different times.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking to sell your Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter, you can start by WhatsApping photos to 46135750; close-ups of the painted design, the kiln mark on the bottle bottom, outer box, certificate, and seal are all needed. For art decanters like this, it's not just about the liquid; the condition of the bottle itself directly impacts the price. Clear photos usually allow for an initial assessment of the price range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter: Related Market References\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter Related References:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-hui-shou-xiang-21nian-jiu-gu-shao-ji-tian-wu-feng-hua-niao-tu-jiao-ping\"\u003eHibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Yoshida-ya Style Kacho Fugetsu Octagonal Decanter\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-xiang-21nian-jiu-gu-shao-gu-jiu-gu-feng-hua-niao-tu-ping\"\u003eHibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Ko-Kutani Style Kacho Fugetsu Decanter\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-xiang-21nian-jiu-gu-shao-se-hui-hua-wang-rui-niao-wen-ping\"\u003eHibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Iroe Kawari Hana-O Ruichoumon Decanter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDifferent vintages, label versions, and maturation casks for the same Hibiki model can lead to significant variations in estimated value. Below are the Hibiki models we currently actively purchase, which you can compare to assess the market position of your own version:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%A4%A7%E9%87%8F%E6%94%B6%E8%B3%BC%E9%9F%BFhibiki-21%E5%B9%B4%E4%B9%9D%E7%A9%80%E7%87%92%E5%90%89%E7%94%B0%E5%B1%8B%E9%A2%A8%E5%B1%B1%E6%B0%B4%E5%9C%96%E5%85%AD%E8%A7%92%E7%93%B6\"\u003eLarge Quantity Purchase Hibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Yoshida-ya Style Landscape Hexagonal Decanter Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%95%B7%E6%9C%9F%E6%94%B6%E8%B3%BC%E9%9F%BFhibiki-21%E5%B9%B4%E6%9C%89%E7%94%B0%E7%87%92%E8%89%B2%E7%B5%B5%E8%8A%B1%E9%B3%A5%E6%96%87%E8%8C%B6%E7%AD%85%E5%BD%A2%E7%93%B6\"\u003eLong-term Purchase Hibiki 21-Year-Old Arita Ware Iroe Kachoumon Chasen-shaped Decanter Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BFdeep-harmony-%E9%99%90%E5%AE%9A%E7%89%88\"\u003eHIBIKI Deep Harmony Limited Edition Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%A4%A7%E9%87%8F%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BFhibiki-21%E5%B9%B4%E6%9C%89%E7%94%B0%E7%87%92%E9%87%91%E8%A5%B4%E6%89%8B%E8%8A%B1%E5%8D%89%E6%96%87%E8%A7%92%E7%93%B6%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eLarge Quantity Buyback Hibiki 21-Year-Old Arita Ware Kinrande Kahi Mon Kakubin Whisky Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E9%9F%BF30%E5%B9%B4%E9%87%91%E8%8A%B1%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eHIBIKI 30-Year-Old Gold Blossom Whisky Buyback Price\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHibiki 21-Year-Old Kutani Ware Galloping Horse Decanter: Further Market Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo understand the market trends for more vintages and versions of Hibiki, please refer to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E9%9F%BF%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97\"\u003eLatest Hibiki Buyback Prices\u003c\/a\u003e, and consult the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Buyback Overview\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Encyclopedia\u003c\/a\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"威仕世忌","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44020996735193,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/files\/21_-_-_-Hibiki-21-Japanese-Whisky.jpg?v=1691656799","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/of-21-year-old-kutani-ware-kutani-fu-horse-shaped-bottle-buyback","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}